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Ages 14-18; Grades 9-12

FIRST® Robotics Competition

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.
ENGINEER A THRIVING PLANET

New Season Challenge Coming Soon

In BIOCORE™ presented by Haas, a new challenge releasing January 9, 2027, FIRST Robotics Competition teams will use engineering skills and delve into the heart of what sustains life on Earth. BIOCORE is part of the FIRST® CANOPY™ season. 
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2024-2025 season stats

Engaging Students Around the World in STEM Education

Community 93000 students
International 35 countries
Gains in workforce skills 92 % of FIRST Robotics Competition students say they they increased their problem-solving skills.

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