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U.S. Academic Decathlon

  • Last Updated: March 14, 2025

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About the competition

The U.S. Academic Decathlon is a ten-event scholastic competition for teams of high school students, focusing on diverse subjects like math, science, literature, and more. Teams are composed of students across three GPA levels: Honor, Scholastic, and Varsity.

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  • Estimated Ann. Participants: 15000
  • Cost: Varies
  • Estimated Time Commitment: Major
  • Participant Format: Large Team
  • Event Format: Hybrid
  • Competition Format: Exam, Presentation
  • Reach: International
  • Event Size: Medium

Participation Information

Teams register through their schools, and each team consists of nine students divided into three categories based on GPA. Students compete in ten events, including essay writing, speech, interview, and multiple-choice tests.
Based on GPA categories, scoring from exams, essays, speeches, and interview events.
Trophies, medals, and recognition for academic excellence across multiple subjects
Teams register through their schools, and each team consists of nine students divided into three categories based on GPA. Students compete in ten events, including essay writing, speech, interview, and multiple-choice tests.
1. Register teams via the USAD website. 2. Prepare with official curriculum materials. 3. Compete in local, regional, state, and national competitions.
USAD curriculum materials, textbooks, study guides
Based on GPA categories, scoring from exams, essays, speeches, and interview events.

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