Who We Are

Why BPA?

What BPA Offers Students

More than competitions. More than a club. BPA opens doors — for every kind of student.

Access

BPA is open to all students, there is no experience required. Whether you’re exploring new interests or building on what you already love, BPA gives you a place to start, grow, and belong.

Growth

BPA helps you develop confidence, communication, and leadership through hands-on involvement. You’ll build skills that matter for college, careers, and life in general.

Opportunity

From networking and travel to scholarships and leadership roles, BPA creates chances you won’t find in a classroom alone. You never know where BPA might take you.

Where Passion Meets Purpose

Hands-On Learning

In BPA, students don’t just prepare for the future, they experience it firsthand. Whether it’s building a business plan, designing a website, solving a financial case study, or giving a professional presentation, BPA gives students the chance to take what they learn in class and apply it in real situations.

From competitions to service projects, students gain practical experience that builds confidence, problem-solving skills, and career readiness.

Do More Than Study

With over 80 unique competitive events and leadership tracks, BPA offers something for every kind of student. Love numbers? Try accounting, finance, or data analytics. Prefer being on stage? Try speech, interview skills, or broadcast production.

Whether you're a tech-savvy coder, a future entrepreneur, or just exploring your interests, BPA gives you the space to grow. No matter your skill level or background, there’s a place for you in BPA.

Empowered to Lead

At its core, BPA is powered by students. Members run local meetings, plan events, and even serve as state and national officers.

From day one, students are encouraged to lead, not just participate. Through these roles, members learn how to manage teams, communicate effectively, and make a real impact in their schools and communities. BPA isn’t just about building skills, it’s about becoming someone who uses them to lead.

Check Out Our Impact

Idaho BPA: A Snapshot

Behind every event, chapter, and handshake is a growing network of students and leaders across the state — and beyond.

Over 2,000 students across 94 chapters

More than 1,500 attendees at our State Leadership Conference

Access to 80+ competitive events in business, technology, and communication

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of students join BPA?

BPA is for everyone — not just future CEOs. Students who enjoy speaking, coding, organizing events, helping others, or just want to build real-world skills all find a home in BPA. Whether you're outgoing or introverted, into business or not, there's a place for you to grow and contribute.

Do I need to be in a business class to join?

It depends on your school. Some chapters are tied to specific classes like business or marketing, but many are open to any student interested in leadership, competition, or career development. If you’re not sure, your school’s BPA advisor can help clarify.

What does a typical BPA meeting look like?

It varies by chapter, but most meetings include announcements, planning upcoming events, practicing for competitions, or working on service projects. Some chapters have themed meetings, team-building games, or guest speakers from local businesses. It’s a mix of professional and fun.

Can I be involved in other activities while doing BPA?

Yes, and most members are! BPA is designed to complement your school experience, not replace it. Many students balance BPA with sports, music, theater, debate, FFA, and other clubs. Advisors work with students to make sure their involvement fits their schedule.

Is BPA just for students going into business?

Not at all. While business is a big part of what we do, BPA also offers events and programs in digital communication, IT, medical office procedures, design, and more. Even if you're planning to go into science, education, or the arts, BPA gives you leadership and career skills that apply anywhere.

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