An annual hackathon in the nation's capital.
Join over 500 designers and engineers at The George Washington University as we create the future!
Construct anything across the technological spectrum, from immersive technology software to cutting-edge hardware. Meet, engage with, and learn from top talent across the country. Build valuable connections within your industry.
Hackital is a place for advanced learning and innovation. We look forward to seeing you.
Prizes
$2,460 in prizes
First Overall - Leap Motion Developer Kit
VR development tools.
Third Overall - Chromecast
Second Overall - Mini Drone
Drones to play with!
Best User Experience (UX)
Design Notebooks and High-Quality Fine Point Pens
Best best first-time hacker Project
Google cardboards for all team members
Amazon Echo Dot - 1st HackHarassment Challenge
Any project that aims to fight online harassment.
Amazon Gift Card - 2nd HackHarassment Challenge
Any project that aims to fight online harassment.
Amazon Gift Card - 3rd HackHarassment
Any project that aims to fight online harassment.
Facebook Backpack with Solar Panel Charger
A project that ties to our mission of bringing the world closer together!
Raspberry Pi & PiHut Essential Kit
For the best domain registered with Domain.com
Best IoT Hack Using a Qualcomm Device
410C Dragonboard for each team member
Amazon Web Services - Best Use of AWS
$250 Amazon Web Services Credit
Bluetooth Speaker
Mini event prize.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
How to enter
Registration is open on our website.
Judges

Judges will be announced shortly.
Judging Criteria
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Technical Difficulty
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Practicality
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Creativity & Innovation