Advancement through the U.S. Ski & Snowboard's Athlete development pipeline is based on tangible, objective selection criteria. At each level, from grassroots club-level events to the Olympics, athletes advance based on athletic performance in events, as well as on ranking or points lists.

Selection criteria may be different for events, teams or projects. Athletes, coaches, and parents should read the criteria carefully to learn exactly how athletes will be selected.

Please refer to the References Section for the following Alpine Criteria: U.S. Ski Team, Olympics, World Championships, World Cup, Europa Cup, and Junior World Championships.