Welcome to The Maine App Challenge (MAC)

In cooperation with the University of Maine, Tyler’s Maine App Challenge provides the opportunity for Maine students to explore the world of software design and development.

Created in 2015, this annual challenge provides Maine students the chance to show off their skills and creativity by building a mobile application. Not only is this a unique way to develop abilities, but participants also have the chance to win valuable prizes, including scholarships totaling $10,000!

Let’s get coding!

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MAC Overview

Maine middle and high school students who are 13 years of age and older have the opportunity to create a mobile application with the chance to win:

  • $6,000 scholarship for first place
  • $3,000 scholarship for second place
  • $1,000 scholarship for third place

Other awards include:

  • $500 to the high school with the highest participation
  • A guaranteed internship interview at Tyler Technologies for the top 10 finalists

FAQs

Exploring STEM Opportunities in Maine

The purpose of Tyler Technologies’ Maine App Challenge is to provide middle and high school students in our state access to STEM-related programs and encourage them to pursue higher education in science, technology, engineering, and math for rewarding careers in Maine. We will accomplish this by awarding scholarships, mentoring students, and connecting coding activities with technology-related careers. MAC will inspire students, many of whom may not have access to computer science classes, to stay in Maine and pursue STEM careers in our state.

Photo by Whitney J. Fox Photography

Challenge Rules

Participation is free, and you or your team retains ownership of the application, as well as all data rights and intellectual property included in your submission.

Both app and video must be submitted by April 4, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. with a signed consent form. 2025 Maine App Challenge Participation, Consent, and Release Form

All participants must be Maine residents attending middle or high school and at least 13 years of age. Individual submissions or teams of two or three students are welcome.

No child, stepchild, or household member of any person employed by Tyler Technologies may submit an app.

See a detailed explanation of the 2025 Maine App Challenge Rules »

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