Scholarship
Prize
Regeneron Science Talent Search
Society for Science
Award
USD 2K–250K
Closing date
Closed
Location
US
For
Individuals
About this opportunity
The Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS) is the nation's oldest and most prestigious science research competition for high school students. Started in 1942 as the Westinghouse Science Talent Search, Regeneron STS recognizes and empowers the nation's most promising young scientists who are developing ideas that could solve society's most urgent challenges. Each year, around 2,500 students enter Regeneron STS, submitting original research in critically important scientific fields of study and full application for holistic review. The top 40 finalists are selected from 300 scholars and compete for more than $1.8 million in awards during Finals Week in Washington, D.C.
40 awards
Scholars announced in January, Finalists announced later in January, Winners announced in March
Who can apply
Applicant Types
individual
Citizenship
🇺🇸 United States
Residency
🇺🇸 United States
Region
United States
How to apply
Interview required
Stages
- 1 two_stage
Required documents
research_proposal · transcripts · letters_of_recommendation
Review process
Applications are reviewed to select top 300 scholars, then top 40 finalists compete during Finals Week in Washington D.C. with in-person judging.
Additional benefits
- mentorship
- networking
- travel_support
Post-award obligations
- present_findings