A Message to the FIRST Community
Our first priority, as always, is the safety and wellness of the FIRST community. Learn more about what we're planning for the 2020-21 season
FIRST ® Tech Challenge
Way More Than Building Robots
FIRST Tech Challenge Sponsors

Season Presenting Sponsor

Official Program Sponsor

CAD & Remote Collaboration Sponsor
Proven, Verifiable Impact!
87% Express Interest in Attending College
98% Problem Solving Skills Increase
100% Teamwork Skills Increase

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The really cool thing about FIRST Tech Challenge is...all skill levels are welcomed and needed, technical or non-technical. Student and adult team members are encouraged to bring any skills they already have, like coding, electronics, metalworking, graphic design, web creation, public speaking, videography, and more. Adult coaches guide students as they gain skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment.
Individual Team: Guide a team of up to 15 students as they work together to design, build, and program a robot by exploring advanced engineering concepts, brainstorming innovative ideas, and developing career-ready practices. Participants have access to over $80 million in scholarships to colleges, universities, and technical programs.
Learn more about individual teams
Class Pack: A flexible year-long option for 30+ students in the classroom or structured after-school program. Students create a robot and utilize tools for self-growth in technical skill development and engineering design thinking. Each semester of the course culminates in an event where students present what they've learned and use their robot to compete in a class mini-game.
Learn more about Class Pack
Experience a FIRST Tech Challenge Event
Hard work pays off! Each FIRST Tech Challenge season culminates with local and regional events where qualifying teams compete for awards and a spot in the FIRST Championship.

Cost & Registration
Costs for fielding a FIRST Tech Challenge team may vary depending on level of participation.