Can I join DECA as a sophomore?

WHO CAN BE A DECA MEMBER? DECA membership is available to students with career interests in marketing, entrepreneurship, finance, hospitality and management in grades nine through twelve.

Is it good to join DECA?

By being part of DECA, students are able to pique the interest of college admissions offices all around the country. This is going to further help prove to those schools that you are interested in going to that you are ready for the commitment and demands of being a full-time student at a top university.

What does DECA do in high school?

DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

What are the requirements to join DECA?

Inc Requirements. The chapter must be part of a high school, college or university. The chapter must have a chapter advisor recognized by the high school, college or university. The chapter must pay dues (DECA Inc.

What does DECA prepare the next generation to be?

DECA prepares the next generation to be DECA members are ambitious, high-achieving leaders equipped to conquer the challenges of their aspirations.

What skills do you learn from DECA?

DECA teaches some of the biggest skills you need as a leader like communication, problem solving, and teamwork.

Does DECA look good on a resume?

Did you know being in DECA looks amazing on a resume and even better to jobs and businesses? DECA teaches you the skills you need in order to be successful in a work environment like critical thinking, collaboration, and communication.

How many students has DECA impacted in its 75 year history?

With a 75-year history, DECA has impacted the lives of more than ten million students, educators, school administrators and business professionals since it was founded in 1946.

How much money does DECA provide in scholarships each year?

DECA’s scholarship program provides over $200,000 in scholarships to high school and college DECA members at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) each year. Many corporate partners of DECA provide scholarships through the DECA scholarship program.