iGEM High School

High school teams design synthetic biology projects and compete in the High School track of the iGEM Competition, on the same season and Jamboree schedule as collegiate teams. Each team needs a principal, teacher or academic coach from an enrolling school as Primary PI.

Offered by iGEM. Competition for high school students in Worldwide. Format: In-person. Cost: Paid. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Biology, Engineering

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Worldwide.
Cost: Charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
Dates: No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about iGEM High School

When is the iGEM High School deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is iGEM High School 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 iGEM High School?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Worldwide. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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