FIRST ® Robotics Competition
Combining the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology
The Ultimate Sport for the MindTM
Starting with a Kit of Parts, teams of high school students design, program, and build industrial-sized robots to play an action-packed game, released in January. They compete on a themed field as part of a three-team alliance in the spirit of Coopertition®.
In 360-degree learning guided by adult mentors, each FIRST Robotics Competition team also creates a team identity, raises funds to meet its goals, and advances appreciation for STEM in its community.
Proven, Verifiable Impact!
61% of alumni declare a major in engineering or computer science by their fourth year of college
Thousands of education scholarships available to participants and alumni, plus connections to employers and community
Participants have gains in workforce skills such as teamwork, communication, and problem-solving
Starting Your Team
The really cool thing about FIRST Robotics Competition is all skill levels are welcomed and needed, technical or non-technical. FIRST Robotics Competition gives high school students and their adult mentors the opportunity to work and create together to solve a common problem, supported by the global FIRST community.
Experience a FIRST Robotics Competition Event
Hard work pays off! Each FIRST Robotics Competition season culminates with local and regional events where qualifying teams compete for awards and a spot in the FIRST Championship.
Cost & Registration
FIRST Robotics Competition builds participants’ confidence and workforce skills, connecting students with professional team mentors and sponsors who can help them succeed. Team costs vary by region and event participation.
