The Indiana Academy of Science (IAS) Science Talent Search (STS) is a statewide research competition open to all Indiana high school students. Students submit original scientific research projects and compete for scholarships and statewide recognition.
First-place winners receive $1,500 scholarships and are selected to represent Indiana at the American Junior Academy of Science (AJAS) annual conference. Travel expenses for selected delegates are covered by IAS.
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Deadline: September 30th, 2026
Deadline: October 30th, 2026
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026 at IAS Headquarters
Krannert Hall, 1100 W. 42nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
IAS welcomes volunteer judges from academia, industry, and education. Judge sign-up information for the 2026 competition will be posted once dates are finalized.
The 2025 documents listed below are from the 2025 competition cycle and are provided for reference only. These will be updated for the 2026 Science Talent Search
The Student Interest Form and Teacher Interest Form are current and may be completed at any time.
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