Science Olympiad is nationwide competition. Students compete in 23 events that include earth science, biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering. Science Olympiad is designed to increase a student’s interest in STEM fields and provide recognition for outstanding achievement in team events. Students compete in Science Olympiad with the top teams advancing from State to National levels. Middle school students compete in a B Division and high school students compete in a C Division. The Iowa State tournament will run all 23 national events for each division.
State Tournament Information
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa
2024 – 2025 Season Timeline
- Monday, October 21: Registration Opens
- Friday, December 21: Early Registration Closes
- Friday, January 24: Regular Registration Closes
- Saturday, April 5: State Tournament, Iowa State University campus, Ames, IA
For additional resources, visit Iowa’s page on the national Science Olympiad website.
Registration Fees
Registration Fees include the required National Science Olympiad membership dues of $75.
Early Registration
Monday, October 21 at 12:01 AM to Friday, December 20 at 11:59 PM
- First and second teams: $150
- Third+ teams: $125***
Regular Registration
Saturday, December 21 at 12:01 AM to Friday, January 24 at 11:59 PM
- First and second teams: $200
- Third+ teams: $175***
*** Only first and second teams are eligible to compete at the state tournament. All teams can compete at invitationals.
