National Science Bowl^®

How to Compete in the National Science Bowl^®

	Teams are comprised of four students and one alternate in a regional competition in their area.
	Each team winning its regional competition will represent its sponsoring entity at the National Science Bowl® in Washington, D.C.
	Regional science bowls are held in January, February and March at Department of Energy facilities and other select federal agency and education institutions nationwide.
	Each regional winning team's expenses for travel as well as accommodations and organized activities at the national competition are included.

NSB Regional Science Bowl Participating Facilities

National Science Bowl^® Rules and Forms

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       Competition Rules for the National Science Bowl^® (pdf)

Make the Most of Your Science Bowl Competitions

       Other Helpful Hints (pdf)

       Strategies for Success 

      Make Your Own National Science Bowl^® Competition Buzzer - Schematic and Materials list

For more information about participating in Science Bowl competitions, starting a regional competition in your area or becoming a sponsor, please contact

Sue Ellen Walbridge
(sue-ellen.walbridge@science.doe.gov)
Office of Science
U.S. Department of Energy
1000 Independence Ave., SW
Washington, DC 20585
(202) 586-7231