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How does FLL robotics impact kids?

FIRST has done multiple studies to showcase the impact of their programs.

The data below is from:

  • FIRST Longitudinal Study with Brandeis University (also here)
  • 2015 FIRST Alumni Survey

Studies show that FIRST robotics programs:

Promote STEM

Build life skills

Build life skills

  • FIRST alumni have 23% more interest in STEM
  • They are 2x more likely to major in technology

Build life skills

Build life skills

Build life skills

Participants saw an increase in

  • confidence
  • presentation/speaking skills
  • leadership
  • advocacy

Forge a community

Encourage higher education

Encourage higher education

  • 43% of FIRST alumni are still involved with FIRST
    • 26% coach or mentor a team
    • 18% volunteer at FIRST events

Encourage higher education

Encourage higher education

Encourage higher education

  • 94% of high school graduates in a 2015 FIRST alumni study were attending college
  • Of these, 
    • 34% were aiming for a bachelors degree
    • 41% expected to receive a masters
    • 19% planned to earn a doctorate

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