U.S. Nationals 2025
RTX Invention Convention U.S. Nationals 2025 will be held at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, MI on June 4-6, 2025
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Innovation Impact
About RTX Invention Convention U.S. Nationals
RTX Invention Convention U.S. Nationals is hosted annually at The Henry Ford and showcases student inventors from among thousands who compete at state and local invention competitions.
Qualifying student inventors travel to The Henry Ford for a multi-day experience which includes:
· Presenting their invention to a panel of educational and industry expert judges.
· Meeting and engaging with other student inventors, professional experts and special guests.
· Participating in educational experiences, culminating in the awards ceremony.
· Exploring the venues of The Henry Ford.
Each qualifying invention is eligible for over eighty grade level, category, industry and patent application awards, cash prizes and scholarships.
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Read our Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more about Invention Convention U.S. Nationals. Get the answers you need to be prepared for the competition.
Important Inventor Resources
Intellectual Property Statement
2024 Rubric and Supporting Materials
2024 Event Rules
Prize Guide
Code of Conduct
Engage Students
About Invention Convention Worldwide
Invention Convention Worldwide teaches students problem-identification, problem-solving, entrepreneurship, and creativity skills and builds confidence in invention, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
The K-12 invention education program convenes a community of educators, business leaders, parents, and students through competitions, events, and a flexible, project-based curriculum aligned to educational standards.
