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UAS4STEM 2026 Season: Registration Now Open

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Middle and high school students can now register for the 2026 UAS4STEM drone competition. Teams will design, build, and fly drones while developing STEM skills in engineering, coding, and teamwork. Beginner and Advanced divisions are available, and teams can compete virtually from anywhere.

Prizes include up to $2,500, Skydio drones, trophies, and certificates.

Financial assistance is available for new teams.
Apply by October 13, 2025.

Key Dates:
Registration closes: January 12, 2026
Virtual competition: April 14–29, 2026
Championship: July 20–22, 2026 at AirVenture

UAS4STEM 2026 Season: Registration Now Open

UAS4STEM 2026 Registration Now Open!
The Academy of Model Aeronautics invites middle and high school students to join the 2026 UAS4STEM season, a hands-on drone competition that builds skills in engineering, coding, and teamwork. Teams design, build, and fly drones in a mission-based challenge, with Beginner and Advanced divisions available.

Key Highlights:

Open to all skill levels
Compete virtually from anywhere
Financial assistance available (Apply by October 13, 2025)
Registration deadline: January 12, 2026
Virtual competition: April 14–29, 2026
Championship at AirVenture: July 20–22, 2026 (invitation only)
Register Now: https://go-uas4stem.org/
Apply for Financial Assistance: https://forms.gle/rE8UJu1mu2Af7WAw7

UAS4STEM Funding Available through November 20, 2024!

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Are you interested in getting involved in UAS4STEM, but need some financial assistance to get started? We have wonderful news: the UAS4STEM Funding Application is open through 11:59 PM EST on November 20th! Applying for funding for UAS4STEM is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

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UAS4STEM is a drone engineering contest that is designed for students to learn, practice, and demonstrate plenty of sUAS knowledge and other skills