Career and technical education students compete in more than 100 skilled trade, technical and leadership contests, advancing from local and state events. State gold medalists compete at the national conference in Atlanta, and competitors must be paid, registered SkillsUSA members.
Offered by SkillsUSA. Competition for high school students in USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.
Fields: Engineering, Trades
Info checked October 2026.
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.
Yes. SkillsUSA is free to take part in.
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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