National Science Bee (Middle & Elementary School Divisions)
by International Academic Competitions (IAC)
Individual quiz competition testing students' knowledge across all aspects of science for 3rd-8th graders. Free Online Regional Qualifying Exam available in the Fall.
About
The National Science Bee, organized by International Academic Competitions (IAC), is an individual quiz competition testing students' knowledge across all aspects of science. It features separate age divisions for 8th, 7th, 6th, 5th, 4th, and 3rd Grade & Younger. Students first take a free Online Regional Qualifying Exam (ORQE), which becomes available in the Fall. Regional Finals are held both online and in-person from October through May. The top participants from Regionals qualify for the National Championships. The initial Online Regional Qualifying Exam is free, but subsequent rounds may involve fees.
Who's eligible
Students in 3rd-8th grade divisions. Individual competition.
How to enroll
Students take a free Online Regional Qualifying Exam (ORQE).
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Information current as of Sep 28, 2026.