An overview regarding qualifications:
Age Requirements: Age - 18-28
Birth year: 1995 - 2005 for 2023 state/national competition
Residency Requirements: Must fulfill ONE of the following:
Reside in the state of competition, OR
Enrolled in and physically attending classes on a full-time basis at an accredited college or university, OR
Employed on a full-time basis in the state of Texas.
Citizenship:
Must be a United States citizen.