Illinois Programming
League 2026

About the Contest

IPL is a team-based programming competition — groups of up to three share a single computer to tackle algorithmic challenges. We offer two divisions: one geared toward newcomers and another for seasoned competitive programmers.

Compete for prizes, grab free food and merch, and if your team is the first to solve a problem you'll take home a plushie!

IPL will feature 2 divisions: one for beginners and one for experienced competitors. The beginner division (reccommended for anyone with no/little competitive programming experience) will have mentors who will give hints and answer problems that teams have during the contest.