Compared to a group of students with similar backgrounds and achievement in high-school math and science, FIRST alumni are:

• Significantly more likely to attend college.

• Twice as likely to major in science and engineering.

Enabling Careers in Science and Technology

FIRST alumni are:

• 10 times as likely to have had an apprenticeship, internship, or co-op job in their college freshman year.

• More than twice as likely to expect to have a science or technology-related career after college.

Inspiring Students

By their own accounts, FIRST helped participants:

• Experience the world of science and technology in a way that expanded the interest in the field.

• Learn critical life and work-related skills.

• Build the confidence and relationships they needed to move forward with their education and careers

For more information about FIRST visit firstinspires.org