Phase 1 - Registration
Registration is CLOSED!
Please join us next fall if you are eligible and interested in Ready, Set, App!
Phase 2 - Develop, Demo, Pitch, and Group Reflection
*Please note only teams who have been notified of meeting the requirements in Phase 1 should proceed to Phase 2.
App Demo & Pitch + Reflection Video
Create a 4 - 6 minute video showcasing your app and including the group reflection. Videos over 6 minutes will not be accepted. Below are some of the requirements of your video.
- Must be in English or include English subtitles.
- Must showcase all the app features.
- Indicate how the app will address the intended problem.
- Must include every member involved.
- Must provide a URL to your video posted to sites such as YouTube or Vimeo. (For privacy settings on these sites, your video can be marked as “Public” or “Unlisted.” However, they cannot be marked as “Private,” as that may prevent us from accessing them).
- Must not violate any of the other specified rules listed on the “Rules” portion of this site.
Group Reflection (Video)
Answer all questions.
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What role did each member of your team play and how were you able to maximize your strengths to succeed?
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How was your team able to demonstrate and utilize diverse perspectives to create an inclusive app?
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If you had to describe your app in three words, what would they be and why?
NOTE: Each team member does not need to speak in the group reflection portion of the video, but must participate at some point during the duration of the whole video submission.
Group Reflection Worksheet
A completed version of this reflection worksheet must be submitted with each team's project. This reflection worksheet allows teams to go further in depth about the app's development as well as their experience while developing it. Both this and the reflection questions in the video must be answered. Students will upload a link to their completed reflection worksheet with their project submission.
Upload your APK file to Devpost
Teams will submit a two-part video that includes the app pitch, demo, and group reflection. The video should be no longer than 6 minutes. The video should be uploaded to a site such a YouTube or Vimeo, where a link can be created and added to the group submission form. All competition materials are due by March 19, 2025, at 11:59 pm* Student groups that miss the deadline will not be entered in the final round of judging.
*Please note that the Devpost site says the submission period ends on March 20, 2025 at 12:15 am. Please notice that this time says AM, and it is simply to allow a 15-minute grace period for project submissions, as many people run into issues submitting their projects at the last minute. Projects are still due the night of Wednesday, March 19th, and you should try submitting earlier in the day to avoid any issues that tend to arise when waiting until the last minute.
All teams in phase 2 will be assigned a Ready, Set, App! Student Mentor. Student groups will be appointed an RSA intern who will assist in the app development process. Student groups will coordinate times to conduct virtual check-ins using the Microsoft Teams platform with the designated intern that will last ~30 minutes. These check-ins are required to meet the guidelines of the competition. In the case that a group misses three check-ins with no communication at least 12 hours prior to cancellation, they will no longer be able to compete in RSA. Teams will also be given project workbooks. The project workbooks will be accessible via google docs and will assist in the app development process. The workbooks will be utilized during check-ins with their designated mentor.
Phase 3 - Finalist Round
After the Phase 2 submission deadline, we will select eight finalist groups to present at the Final Pitch Competition.
The finalists will be required to present their mobile app in front of a live audience and a group of judges who will select the top 3 winners.
This event is on Friday, April 25, 2025.