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Computer Science Programming Competition

Test your programming skills at Columbia College’s Computer Science Programming Competition for high school students.

The competition is open to beginner, intermediate and advanced programmers, so no matter your experience level, there’s a place for you.

Practice problems and learn new programming techniques in the morning, then compete in the afternoon for a chance to win, all while learning how programming skills are used in the real world.

This event is free to attend and breakfast and lunch are included.

RSVP

Save your spot for this event by emailing event coordinator Dr. Liow at yliow@ccis.edu with your name, age, high school, and whether you’re at a beginner, intermediate or advanced programming level. If you’re signing up a team, include the number of people on your team and their names, ages and programming levels. The subject line of the email should be “CS Programming Competition registration".

Event Details

When:
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, March 14, 2026 

Where:
Buchanan Hall
Columbia College campus
606 Cougar Drive
Columbia, MO 65216

Parking:

Free parking will be available throughout campus. The closest parking is located along Rangeline or the corner of 10th and Rogers Street. Directional signage will be provided.

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