American Rocketry Challenge
STEMTeam registration closes
December 6, 2026 (UTC-5)
Teams of US students in grades 6-12 design, build, and fly a model rocket carrying two raw eggs to a target altitude and flight duration, scored on how close each qualification flight comes to the targets. The top 100 teams earn a place at the National Finals in Northern Virginia, which distributes 100,000 dollars in awards.
Registration
- Format
- In person
- Age
- 11-18
- Participation
- Team
- Location
- United States
- Entry fee
- USD 195
- Prize
- A share of 100,000 dollars in awards at the National Finals; the winning team represents the US at the International Rocketry Challenge.