The Technology Student Association (TSA) is the only student organization devoted exclusively to the needs of students interested in technology. Open to students enrolled in or who have completed technology education courses, TSA’s membership includes over 180,000 middle and high school students in 2,000 schools spanning 48 states. TSA is supported by educators, parents, and business leaders who believe in the need for a technologically-literate society. Members learn through exciting competitive events, leadership opportunities and much more. The diversity of activities makes TSA a positive experience for every student. From engineers to business managers, our alumni credit TSA with a positive influence on their lives.

Perhaps the most important benefit of TSA membership is the inspiration and enthusiasm that students gain from receiving recognition for applying their knowledge. Demonstrating skills in a forum beyond school walls motivates students, especially when there is a large, like-minded audience of peers who support them. Other benefits include: 

• Enhance technological literacy and leadership skills
• Work on complex activities from start to finish
• Compete on local, state and national levels
• Develop leadership skills
• Meet and work with business and industry leaders
• Attend organized meetings​Network with students and teachers with similar interests from all over the United States
• Contribute time and effort to a national service project
• Receive national membership services, including the online TSA newsletter, School Scene,
• Receive recognition through TSA’s honor society, scholarships and achievement programs
• Have a voice in a national organization that is helping to shape the future of technology education