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What is FRC? “The varsity sport for the mind,” the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) combines the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology. Under strict rules, limited resources, and time limits, teams of 25 students or more are challenged to raise funds, design a team “brand,” hone teamwork skills, and build and program robots to perform prescribed tasks against a field of competitors.  It’s as close to “real-world engineering” as a student can get. Volunteer professional mentors lend their time and talents to guide each team. ~Go to the Official FIRST Robotics Competition Website What is unique about FRC? Learning from professional engineers Building and competing with a robot of your own design Learning and using sophisticated software and hardware Compete and cooperating in alliances and tournaments Earning a place at the FIRST World Championship Qualifying for over $12 million in college scholarships Above text copyright of usfirst.org   Any comments, suggestions, or concerns about the website? Then email us! Page last updated 07-04-2010