ABOUT
WELCOME TO
HACKPRINCETON!
At HackPrinceton, you'll meet fellow hackers from around the world, learn new skills, and work alongside seasoned mentors. We'll have free workshops, lecture series, mentorship, prizes,
games, and more. Don't have a team or even an idea? Don't worry!
We'll give you the tools to build something incredible.For 36 hours from November 8 - 10 on Princeton University’s campus, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate and build out brilliant, innovative, and impactful ideas.
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TRACKS
FALL 2024 TRACKS
HEALTHCARE
These projects tackle public health issues, reduce health inequities, or promote personal wellness. Hacks in this category can include telemedicine solutions, apps for tracking fitness and health data, and digital platforms for public health information.
SUSTAINABILITY
These projects leverage technology to protect the environment or encourage sustainable habits. Hacks in this category can include apps for tracking and reducing carbon footprints, solutions for waste management, and tools for promoting renewable energy use.
FINANCE
These projects innovate financial systems, improve financial literacy, or enhance personal finance management. Hacks in this category can include blockchain-based applications, budgeting and investment tools, and platforms for financial education and fraud detection.
EDUCATION & INTERACTION
These projects enhance educational access and engagement by leveraging interactive technologies. Hacks in this category can range from social networking platforms for collaborative learning, to digital media tools for teaching, interactive e-learning applications, and projects that combine various interactive elements to create engaging educational experiences.
Want to collaborate with us on a track for Fall 2024? Contact us at:
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A hackathon is a marathon software product creation event. At HackPrinceton, you can look forward to amazing guest speakers, helpful workshops, tons of skilled mentors, and, of course, fun games and great swag.
This year, HackPrinceton will take place in-person from November 8th-10th, 2024. It’ll be 36 hours of hacking, events, speakers, social events, and more!
Any undergraduate or graduate student at any university in the world!
Beyond the learning opportunities and mentorship workshops, HackPrinceton is also a great place to meet other hackers who are just as passionate and enthusiastic about hacking as you are. Not to mention, we’ll also have awesome swag, prizes, and a few other surprises for our attendees!
HackPrinceton will be an entirely in-person experience for all students this fall!
Official team formation won’t be necessary to sign up. While teams are not required in order to participate, it’s a great way to meet new people and create something together. Teams may have up to 4 members, and you will have a chance to meet other hackers at our Team Formation events and in the Discord server!
If you apply and receive a travel stipend, we’ll cover up to $50 of your travel expenses! Otherwise, we suggest looking for funding through your university!
Not at all! There is absolutely no cost for applying or participating in HackPrinceton. We want to make this event as accessible as possible to all those interested so make sure you apply!
CONTRIBUTORS
If you’re interested in working with HackPrinceton, or being a mentor or judge for our hackathon, email us at:
sponsor@hackprinceton.com and we'll get back to you!
View our Sponsorship Prospectus: PROSPECTUS
Fall 2024 - A BIG Thanks To…
ADDITIONAL INFO
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