Students

Check back this fall for information on IBS 2026.

The International Builders' Show^® (IBS) provides an unforgettable learning experience for nearly 1,000 students and their instructors. NAHB hosts annual student competitions for students in four-year degree programs, associate degree programs and secondary programs. For three days, more than 50 teams participate in the NAHB Student Competition. In addition to the competition, students network with industry professionals, meet talent recruiters from top home building companies and suppliers, attend professional development sessions and explore the show floor at a discounted rate.

Each competition has its own rules and guidelines, problem description and applicable supporting materials. View the competition details for your program. Registration and project submittals will take place on the NAHB awards portal. From the dropdown menus select "Student Chapter Awards - Competition Entry" and the corresponding program level.

IBS Registration Rates for Students & Faculty below.

Select the Student & Faculty option on the registration welcome screen.

COST

Student NAHB Member: $30 per person
Student Non-Member: $55 per person
Faculty NAHB Member: $60 per person
Faculty Non-Member: $80 per person

Apply for Travel Scholarship

The National Housing Endowment and NAHB recognize the need to provide students with financial assistance to attend the NAHB International Builders’ Show^® (IBS). The National Housing Endowment IBS Scholarship helps offset travel expenses related to attendance and participation in activities surrounding the IBS. Hundreds of students benefit from the program each year. Submit an application to apply for funding support.

About NAHB Student Chapters

The NAHB Student Chapters program helps to enrich the educational experience of students enrolled in construction-related fields such as construction management, engineering, architecture, real estate, and the trades.