Conrad Challenge

A team STEM innovation competition hosted by Space Center Houston for students ages 13 to 18 working in teams of two to five. Teams develop an original innovation in aerospace and aviation, cyber-technology and security, energy and environment, health and nutrition, or water, build a business case, and get feedback from industry experts. The Activation Stage is free, the Innovation Stage costs $499 per team, and finalists pitch at the Innovation Summit in Houston in April.

Offered by Conrad Foundation / Space Center Houston. Competition for high school students in Online, USA. Format: Online. Cost: Paid. Grades 9–12. Deadline: 2027-01-07.

Fields: STEM, Business, Engineering

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online.
Cost
Charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
Dates
The deadline is January 7, 2027.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Conrad Challenge

When is the Conrad Challenge deadline?

The deadline is January 7, 2027.

Is Conrad Challenge free?

No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.

Who can apply to Conrad Challenge?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

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