A creative problem-solving program in which student teams develop solutions to project-based STEAM challenges and present them live at tournaments. Challenge categories cover technical, scientific, engineering, fine arts, improvisational and service learning themes, and scoring combines a Team Challenge with an Instant Challenge. Teams compete at regional or affiliate tournaments, and top teams qualify for Global Finals, held each May in Kansas City, Missouri.
Offered by Destination Imagination. Competition for high school students in USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Paid. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.
Fields: STEM, Arts
Info checked October 2026.
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.
No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in nationwide. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
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