Outreach
Showcase Your Skills at the 2025 High School Programming Contest
Join us for the 2025 Alabama High School Programming Contest (HSPC) hosted by the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). This exciting event brings together talented high school and advanced junior high students from across the state to demonstrate their programming skills and problem-solving abilities in a friendly competition.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, February 8th, 2025
- Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Location: UAB University Hall, 1st Floor, Birmingham, AL
- Registration Fee: $25 per student (Cash or check only; credit cards not accepted)
Schedule
- 10:00 a.m.: Registration and Open House (During this time, students will register for the contest and enjoy an Open House showcasing research and projects by UAB Computer Science students.)
- 11:00 a.m.: Lunch (provided)
- 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.: Programming Contest
- 3:15 p.m.: Announcement of winners and closing remarks
Awards
- 1st Place: $600
- 2nd Place: $300 each (2 winners)
- 3rd Place: $100 each (3 winners)
Winners will receive gift cards via mail after the event. To comply with legal requirements, UAB will collect winners' Full Name, Social Security Number (SSN), and Mailing Address. This information will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and used solely for issuing the prizes.
Programming Languages
Participants may use Python, C++, Java, or any programming language of their choice. If your preferred language is not listed, please inform us in advance to ensure compatibility with our auto-grader system.
How to Register
Teachers are encouraged to RSVP and confirm the number of participating students from their school by February 5th, 2025. For additional details, refer to the contest flyer and instructions attached below.
RSVP Form Opens an external link.
Contact Us
For questions or additional details, contact:
Dr. Mahmut Unan (Contest Chair)
Email:
We look forward to welcoming you and your students to UAB for a day of learning, competition, and fun!