NorCal Science Olympiad

State chapter of Science Olympiad for California. High school teams compete as Division C across two dozen events in the sciences and engineering at regional and state tournaments, with the state winner going to the national tournament. Teams register through a school with an adult coach.

Offered by Science Olympiad. Competition for high school students in California, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Paid. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: STEM, Engineering, Biology

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in California.
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 September 2026.

Questions about NorCal Science Olympiad

When is the NorCal Science Olympiad deadline?

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

Is NorCal Science Olympiad 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 NorCal Science Olympiad?

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

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