FRC Competition Awards

Note: This list is subject to change.


Impact Award

The Impact Award is the most prestigious award an FRC team can earn. It is often considered more significant than winning the competition itself.

This award recognizes the team that best represents a model for others to follow and embodies the mission of FIRST.

  • Written essay submission
  • Presentation to a judging panel
  • Video submission

The goal is to inspire respect and appreciation for science and technology across communities.


FIRST Leadership Award

The Dean’s List Award recognizes individual students who demonstrate outstanding passion for FIRST and its ideals.

  • Up to two students can be nominated per team
  • Celebrates student achievement
  • Encourages continued involvement
  • Promotes future leadership

Engineering Inspiration Award

This award celebrates teams that promote respect and appreciation for engineering within their school and community.

  • Recruitment into engineering
  • Community outreach efforts
  • Measurable impact

No formal submission or presentation is required.


Woodie Flowers Finalist Award

Honors a mentor who inspires students and demonstrates excellence in teaching science, engineering, and design through strong communication.


Regional Finalist

Awarded to the alliance that advances to the final round of the competition.


Regional Winner

Awarded to the alliance that wins the competition.