At CougarHacks, you'll join a community of passionate hackers from all backgrounds. You'll have the chance to learn new skills, collaborate with like-minded individuals, and build amazing projects.
With free workshops, engaging lectures, expert mentorship, exciting challenges, and valuable prizes, you'll have everything you need to succeed.
Whether you're a seasoned hacker or a curious beginner, CougarHacks is the perfect place to unleash your creativity. We'll provide you with the resources and support to turn your ideas into reality.
For 36 hours of non-stop innovation, join us at CougarHacks from Nov 23 to Nov 24 at Caldwell University. Let's build the future together!
Explore ideas that can transform education through technology and innovation.
Innovate for a healthier future by creating solutions to improve healthcare systems.
Unleash creativity with projects that involve art, design, and media.
Build projects that involve connecting devices, sensors, and automation for innovative solutions.
Anish Pandey
Caldwell Robotics President
Dibas Dauliya
GDG Caldwell President
Shovan Raut
Caldwell Robotics Vice-President
Unish Aryal
CS Club Vice President
Pratiush Karki
CS Club Secretary
Suman Bista
CS Club President
Dikshya Giri
Caldwell RoboticsChief of Logistics
CougarHacks 2024 will take place from November 23rd to 24th. Check-in starts at 9:00 AM on November 23rd at Caldwell University, located at 120 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell, New Jersey 07006.
Anyone who is a high school, undergraduate, or graduate student at any college in the U.S., or a recent graduate (within the past 12 months), is eligible to participate.
No! You can register with your friends and compete as a team, or register solo and find a team at the event.
No, the purpose of a hackathon is to create something new and original in a short time frame. However, you can use open-source frameworks and third-party APIs, as long as they are properly cited.
Yes, absolutely! Attendees will enjoy free food, free swag from sponsors, and a variety of fun events. Get ready for a full weekend of fun activities!
Yes! Top teams will be awarded a range of prizes, including cash prizes from Caldwell University and other special prizes from sponsors.
No, there is no fee to sign up or participate in CougarHacks. It is completely free!
We accept as many students as apply, and we do not limit participation based on registration.
Yes, free overnight parking is available at the event. The parking lot is located at 120 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell, NJ.
You will need a valid form of ID, your laptop, charger, and any other hardware you'll need for your project.
Please refrain from bringing non-portable hardware (like desktop computers). Weapons, alcohol, and drugs are strictly prohibited, and if it can't be taken on a flight, please don’t bring it!
Unfortunately, we do not offer travel reimbursements at this time.
Each team can have up to four people.
No, all team members are required to attend the event in person and check in at the start of the event.
While you’re not required to stay for the entire duration, you must be present at check-in and during the judging if you plan to submit a project.
CougarHacks lasts for **36 hours** from November 23rd to November 24th.
You must submit your project by **10:00 PM** on **Sunday, Nov 24th**.
A link to submit your project will be provided after check-in.
We accept all types of projects that align with our theme! Whether it’s a website, mobile app, or IoT project, we welcome them all!
Definitely! CougarHacks is a great opportunity for learning. We encourage people of all skill levels to attend. If you don't plan on submitting a project, you can attend our workshops to learn new skills!
No, not at all! Diverse teams are the most successful. Whether you're a business major, artist, or coder, there’s a place for you in our event!