[1] It was held at the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan on October 17–20.

Skaters earned points toward qualifying for the 2013–14 Grand Prix Final.

Skaters who reached the age of 14 before July 1, 2013 were eligible to compete on the senior Grand Prix circuit.

[2] On September 30, 2013, Evan Lysacek announced that his injury would force him out of Skate America.

[4] Vanessa James / Morgan Cipres withdrew and were replaced by Margaret Purdy / Michael Marinaro.