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Apple Begins Notifying 2026 Swift Student Challenge Winners

Winners gain developer perks that pave a path to limited WWDC access.

Overview

  • Apple, which began sending results Thursday, directed entrants to check the Swift Student Challenge website for their status.
  • AppleInsider reports Apple selected 350 winners, including 50 Distinguished Winners who receive a three-day visit to Apple Park in Cupertino.
  • Prizes for all winners include a free one-year Apple Developer membership, AirPods Max 2, a personalized certificate, and an opportunity to take the Swift certification exam.
  • Winners can enter Apple’s lottery for on-site attendance at the WWDC special event at Apple Park on June 8, while Distinguished Winners bypass the lottery.
  • The annual challenge ran February 6–28 and asked students to build projects in Xcode or Swift Playgrounds that show innovation, creativity, social impact, or inclusivity.