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Michigan State's Official Hackathon
Welcome toSpartaHack 12
Build something worth remembering.
Feb 6–7, 2027East Lansing, Michigan
Early applications NOW OPEN
01 / ABOUT
A weekend for making.
SpartaHack brings students together at Michigan State University to learn, experiment, and build ambitious projects in 24 hours.
Come with an idea or discover one here. We provide the space, community, mentors, workshops, and momentum to turn curiosity into a working demo.
02 / ATTEND
Come as you are.
- Students from every major and experience level are welcome.
- You do not need a team or a finished idea before arriving.
- Review the participant policy and complete the consent requirements in your application before attending.
MSU STEM Building directions
East Lansing, Michigan
Lodging will be inside the MSU STEM Building. A hacker guide with exact lodging, parking, and arrival details will be provided closer to the event date.
03 / SPONSORS
Back the next build.
SpartaHack is made possible by partners who invest in student builders. SH12 sponsors will be announced here as partnerships are finalized.
Sponsor SpartaHack04 / FAQ
Good questions.
What happens during the 24 hours?
You’ll meet teammates, choose an idea, and build a project. Along the way, you can join workshops, get help from mentors, and take breaks to eat, rest, and meet other hackers. At the end, you’ll share what you made in a demo.
What is a hackathon?
A hackathon is a collaborative invention marathon. You will spend the event learning, building, meeting people, and turning an idea into something you can demonstrate.
Do I need coding experience?
No. You don’t need previous hackathon experience or a project idea ready to go. SpartaHack welcomes first-time hackers, designers, builders, storytellers, and experienced developers. Workshops and mentors will help you get started.
Do I need a team?
No. You can apply on your own. You may arrive with teammates or meet collaborators through event matchmaking. Final team-size rules will be posted before project submissions open.
How much does it cost?
SpartaHack is free for accepted participants. Transportation support may be available under the travel support terms.
When do applications open?
Early applications open October 25, 2026. Regular applications open November 30, 2026.
Why should I apply early?
Submit your application by November 29, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time for:
- An admission decision on or before January 8, 2027, giving you more time to plan your trip.
- Early access to our admitted-attendee community and team matching after you accept your offer.
- Priority consideration for travel-support requests from early applicants attending a school outside Michigan. All support is subject to approval, and specific amounts will not be confirmed until event day.
05 / UPDATES
Get event updates.
Join the mailing list for application announcements, event details, and the occasional SpartaHack update.