Algorithm and Code
Training School 2026.1

Romania

January 24 – February 3, 2026

What is ACTS?

Intense competitions with programming champions from around the world and expert feedback await you at the ACTS in Romania.

This camp is tailored to those with a track record in coding competitions and olympiads who aim to excel internationally.

Why join?

Improve your results in international informatics contests and olympiads.

Learn from world-class experts and masters in their fields.

Train and make friends with top-performing students from around the globe.

Experience the beauty and culture of Romania firsthand.

Key details

Entrance contest

Youth Challenge Coder competition on November 2, 9:00 am UTC

Spots

Up to 60 spots will be available

Location

Romania

Language

English

Costs

The organizers will cover accommodation and meals. A camp fee is 100 euros.

Who can join?

You!

High school students aged 16–19* who:

*The organiser will collect your documents in order to check your age.

Please note that country restrictions may apply. Check out the eligibility criteria here.

Are participants in national and/or international competitions (the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI), European Junior Olympiad in Informatics (EJOI), etc.)

Are preparing for national and international competitions in informatics.

Have demonstrated prowess in competitive programming.

Meet our experts

Pavel Mavrin

ICPC World Champion 2004, IOI Silver Medalist 2002 and instructor with JetBrains Academy.

Niyaz Nigmatullin

ICPC World Champion 2012 and 2013, coach of the Neapolis University Pafos and Constructor University ICPC teams, and Researcher at JetBrains.

Mikhail Pyaderkin

ICPC Gold Medalist 2014 & 2015, IOI Gold Medalist 2010, Staff Software Engineer

Livia Magureanu

ICPC Silver Medal 2020, Project Coordinator at JetBrains

Camp program

Schedule

Our schedule is designed for maximum learning and enjoyment. The camp schedule is as follows (but is subject to change as necessary):

  • January 24: Arrival day
  • January 25 – January 28: Classes
  • January 29: Day off
  • January 30 – February 2: Classes
  • February 3: Departure day
Costs

The camp fee of 100 EUR, which is non-refundable, signifies your commitment to attending the camp.

Organisers will cover:

  • The academic program
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Transportation during the program

Please note that travel/visa costs, health insurance, and spending money are not included. Payment methods will be communicated via email to invited participants.

Activities

Every day at the camp is packed with engaging activities, including:

  • Exciting contests.
  • Daily task analysis with world-renowned experts.
  • Lectures and workshops led by experts in competitive programming.
  • Social events with the opportunity to network with top students from around the globe.

Have any questions?

Get in touch with us via acts.programming.camp@gmail.com – we’re always happy to help!

Participants' Impressions

Hear from the participants of our previous camps

  1. Eliška Macáková
    International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) Gold medal, International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) Silver medal

    "If you want to get gold at IOI, meet a lot of cool people or just win a water gun and compete in rolling toilet paper as fast as possible, the ACTS camp is the right place for you. For me, it might've been even more fun than some of the international olympiads I've been to, because you have the same friendly-competitve environment, but it's less stressful, longer, and has even more activities occupying every part of the day. I've gained lots of new memories and knowledge, and I definitely recommend the camp to everyone else."

    Slovakia
    ACTS 2024
    Rares Felix Tudose
    International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) Gold medal

    “I loved the atmosphere and the classes this year – seeing how informatics could be applied to areas such as biology and economics was very cool. The organizers went out of their way to make sure there was always something fun to do, from a bot-writing tournament to IOI contests and advanced (but super interesting) lectures on topics like link-cut trees, matroids, and optimizing exponential algorithms. Can't wait to see what you have planned for the summer!”

    Romania
    ACTS 2024, ACTS 2025.1
    Ivan Osipenko
    Cyprus National Olympiad in Informatics 2nd place

    "The ACTS Camp in Serbia was the best camp I have ever been to. I enjoyed algorithmic lectures and IOI contests. Also, I really liked having lectures not only about algorithms and competitive programming, but also about cryptocurrency, Kotlin, and Bioinformatics. It was very useful!

    Besides studying, I played basketball, board games, and participated in fun activities organized by the camp.”

    Cyprus
    ACTS 2025.1
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FAQ

Will any certifications or awards be provided to participants?

Yes, participants will receive a certificate of participation.

Can I arrive at the venue earlier and/or depart later from the venue?

If you wish to arrive earlier or depart later from the location, please contact us via email as soon as possible to discuss your request.

How do I obtain a visa?

Once you have been accepted and have confirmed your participation in the camp, please review the visitor visa requirements on the relevant page of the website of the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We will provide you with an admission letter inviting you to the ACTS Camp, which you can include in your visa application. Please note that participants are responsible for obtaining their own visas.

Do I have to stay at the camp venue?

All camp participants are expected to remain at the venue throughout the program, with exceptions made for the scheduled field trip. Three meals a day will also be provided for you. The full address of the venue will be announced shortly.

Which programming languages can be used?

You can use any language that is supported on the Codeforces platform.

What is the camp fee and what does it cover?

The camp fee of 100 EUR, which is non-refundable, confirms your commitment to attending the camp. Payment methods will be communicated via email to invited participants before the camp begins. The academic program, accommodation, meal plan, and transportation are covered by the organisers. Please note that students are responsible for expenses such as visa fees, travel costs, health insurance, and spending money.

Do I need a visa to attend the ACTS Camp in Romania?

To determine whether you require a visa, please refer to the Romanian entry requirements.