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Competition · 2026

American Computer Science League (ACSL)

A school league of short computer-science theory tests and programming problems across four contests, ending with online finals.

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Key dates

Contest 1 opens19 Oct 2026
Finals29 May 2027

Who can take part

Elementary (grades 3–6) through Senior divisions. Teams registered through a school.

Skills it needs, and how to prepare

Key skills: CS fundamentals, programming, logic.

Questions parents ask

Contest 1 opens: 19 Oct 2026; Finals: 29 May 2027. It usually runs four contests October to May, finals late May. Always confirm on the official site.

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