RETURNING SPRING 2027
ABOUT THE EVENT
HackIllinois is the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's premier collegiate hackathon. Stay up to date by filling out our interest form -- HackIllinois 2027 will happen early next year.
Participants can work individually or in teams to submit projects to a specific track for a chance to win prizes. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced hacker, HackIllinois offers workshops, mentorship, and an inclusive environment for everyone to learn and create.
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FAQ
HackIllinois 2026 will be held in the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. We'll provide more detailed location and parking information closer to the event date.
Yes! HackIllinois will provide overnight hacking space for attendees this year. This dedicated space allows you to work on your project throughout the night in a safe environment.
Yes! HackIllinois will offer only travel reimbursement this year to attendees that submit a qualified project. You can view details on how to qualify for reimbursement and how much you may be eligible for here.
This year, we’re expanding our prize lineup! Alongside Best General Project and Best HackVoyager Project, we’re introducing new awards that celebrate creativity, design, and fun, such as Best UI/UX Design, Most Popular, and more! Additionally, attendees can earn points throughout the event and redeem them for items in our point shop. You can find more details about this year's prizes here.
We will have mentors available during the event to help with anything you need and there will also be workshops and tech talks for fostering new skillsets! HackIllinois staff will also be available on-site throughout the entire event to answer questions & provide guidance in addition to our online support channels for assistance!