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Ages 12-18; Grades 7-12

FIRST® Tech Challenge

FIRST® Tech Challenge students work together with their mentors to design and build dynamic robots to compete in an exciting game released every September. On and off the field, students develop STEM skills, engage in community outreach, practice engineering innovation, and build confidence to help them succeed.
2024-2025 season stats

Engaging Students Around the World in STEM Education

Community 109000 students
International 81 countries
Workforce Skills 61 % of FIRST alumni declare a major in engineering or computer science by their fourth year of college

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Costs and Materials

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Learn About our Season

A yearly challenge brings exciting new opportunities to build skills and robots.
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ENGINEER A THRIVING PLANET

New Season Challenge Coming Soon

In BIOBUZZ™ presented by RTX, a new challenge releasing September 12, 2026, FIRST Tech Challenge teams will use engineering skills and amplify the excitement and energy found within the natural world. BIOBUZZ is part of the FIRST® CANOPY™ season.  
Get the Details on FIRST CANOPY
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Find local FIRST Tech Challenge teams and events in your area. One of the best ways to learn about our program is to experience an event and meet some of our teams. 
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