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American Rocketry Challenge

National Association of Rocketry and Aerospace Industries Association·More from this org
DeadlineSunday, December 6, 2026
LocationRegional qualifiers and national finals (United States)
EligibilityGrades 9-12
CostAward: see listing
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Key details

Deadline
Status
Open
Grade levels
Grades 9-12
Location
Regional qualifiers and national finals (United States)
How to apply
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About

The American Rocketry Challenge is a student rocket competition that has involved more than 100,000 middle‑ and high‑school participants. It is the largest event of its kind worldwide.

Who can apply

Students in grades 9–12.

Teams of middle and high school students (grades 6-12) with an adult team leader.

Subjects

EngineeringPhysicsAerospace

Tags

TeamRocketryNational

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