Competition · In person

American Rocketry Challenge

A national team aerospace engineering competition for middle- and high-school students.

Grades 6–12
Open

About

Teams design, build, and launch model rockets to meet annual mission requirements involving altitude, flight duration, and payload survival.

What you can win

National finalist recognition and cash awards; winning U.S. team may compete internationally

Who can apply

Grades: Grades 6–12
International students: Can't apply

What it takes

PortfolioNeeded
EssayNot needed
Recommendation lettersNot needed
InterviewNot needed

Details

Format: In person
How competitive: Open