Regeneron Science Talent Search 2025 Application NOW OPEN!

Regeneron 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 our nation’s most promising young scientists who are developing ideas that could solve society’s most urgent challenges.Ìý

Each year, around 2,000 students enter the Regeneron STS, submitting original research in critically important scientific fields of study and full application for holistic review. Unique among high school competitions, the Regeneron STS focuses on identifying, inspiring, and engaging the nation’s most promising future leaders in ÈËÆÞÎÞÂë.Ìý

Application Deadline is November 7, 2024 at 8pm ET.

2024 Science Talent Search finalist Gavriela Beatrice Kalish-Schur

How to Compete:

Important Dates for STS 2025

STS Application Period

June 1 – November 7, 2024

Top 300 Scholars Announced

January 9, 2025

Top 40 Finalists Announced

January 23, 2025

Regeneron STS Finals Week

March 6 – 12, 2025

Public Exhibition of Projects

Sunday, March 9, 2025

Winners Announced at Awards Ceremony

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

for our webinar series and links will be emailed to you 30 minutes prior to each session.

  • Wednesday, July 17: Am I Eligible? Official Rules Overview (with Tips and Tricks)Ìý
  • Wednesday, August 14: Advice from Experienced Educators: Teachers of past scholars will share their secrets with current entrants, and management advice for teachers new to the STS process.Ìý
  • Wednesday, September 25: What Makes a Regeneron STS Top 40 Finalist? Application Advice for EntrantsÌý
  • Wednesday, October 30: Advice from Alumni: Reasons to Apply!Ìý
Science Talent Search 2024 - Capitol Steps, Washington DC

Meet the 2024 Finalists

Visit the Virtual Project Exhibition of Projects to learn about the top 40 finalists from this past year’s competition, view their project videos and more!

Meet the 2024 Top 300 Scholars!