Qualification

A total of 70 students will qualify from this round for the MECC Individual Championship Semi-Finals. Qualification spots will be allocated between the two time slots in proportion to the number of participants in each session.

Students who qualify for the Individual Semi-Finals also become eligible to compete in the MECC Team Quarter-Finals. If they can form a team according to rules – must include at least one Individual Semi-Finals qualifier and consist of three students representing the same school.

Eligibility

To participate, students must:

• Be enrolled in a degree-granting institution.
• Be at least 18 years old on the day travel to Las Vegas begins.
• Confirm their eligibility when completing the registration form.

Championship Support for Qualifiers

Students who qualify for the MECC Individual Semi-Finals may apply for financial support to help them attend the MECC Championships in Las Vegas. Support is limited and intended for students who require assistance to participate. Students who qualify will receive detailed information about the available support and how to apply after the Qualification Round.

• Top 10 qualifiers may apply for:
  
  • Travel support
  • A complimentary The Active Cell event ticket
  • Shared accommodation during the event
• Qualifiers ranked 11–70 may apply for:
  
  • A discounted The Active Cell event ticket
  • Shared accommodation during the event

Students whose travel and event expenses are already covered by their university or another organization are kindly encouraged not to apply, allowing support to be directed to those who need it most.