USA Astronomy & Astrophysics Olympiad

Students take a roughly 75-minute online multiple-choice exam, and top scorers advance to the National Astronomy Competition and later rounds that select the US IOAA team. Only high school US citizens or permanent residents can make the team. The fee is $30, with aid available.

Offered by USAAAO. Competition for high school students in USA. Format: Online. Cost: Paid. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Astronomy, STEM

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

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about USA Astronomy & Astrophysics Olympiad

When is the USA Astronomy & Astrophysics Olympiad deadline?

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

Is USA Astronomy & Astrophysics 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 USA Astronomy & Astrophysics Olympiad?

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

Official program page

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