Teams of high schoolers take a timed 30-question online exam covering micro/macroeconomics and the global economy, with no economics course required beforehand. There are two divisions — Adam Smith (for AP/IB/Honors or returning competitors) and David Ricardo (for first-timers who've had at most one econ course). Top-scoring teams advance from the online preliminary to state competition, then National Semifinals and Finals.
Who can apply
FieldsEconomics
SelectivityClose to 10,000 students compete nationwide each year
Logistics
AwardsTop teams compete for cash prizes (amounts not published)
Applying
You submitA teacher forms a student team (no economics prerequisite) and registers for the online preliminary exam; top teams advance through state competition to National Semifinals and Finals.