Regeneron Science Talent Search
Application Requirements
The Regeneron Science Talent Search 2023 application is now closed. The application will re-open for the 2024 cycle on June 1, 2023. Applications are only accepted through the online system and must be properly submitted by the application deadline, which will fall in mid-November of 2023. Regeneron STS identifies future leaders in science, and uses a holistic review process that includes many components. This page will be updated with the 2024 Official Rules and corresponding documents in June 2023.
How to Get Started
This Could Be You! Save the Date for our 2023/2024 Webinar Series!
Sign up for our webinar series and links will be emailed to you 30 minutes prior to each session.
- August 8 at 4pm ET: Early Bird Tips for Getting Ahead on Your Application!
- September 14 at 8pm ET: What is a Future Leader in STEM? Identifying Tomorrow’s Leaders through STS
- October 18 at 8pm: Show Me Your Application—Tips from Finalists, Judges, Evaluators, Rules Readers and more!
- November 1 at 8pm ET: Advice from Last Year’s Winners!
Regeneron STS Instructional PDFs
Certain types of research might require pre-approvals and additional paperwork. Note that Regeneron STS rules are somewhat different from Regeneron ISEF rules. Potential STS entrants should review the checklist in the rules book. In cases where additional forms are needed, students may reference the documents below or use similar alternatives.
Past Webinars
Review these helpful webinars filmed in 2021 and 2022. This information is all still relevant to the 2023/2024 application cycle, with the exception of any past dates mentioned. Sign up for our email list to receive notifications of future webinars!
- Advice From Regeneron STS Alumni: Finalists from the STS class of 2022 offer application advice, share memories, and inspire applicants to apply
- Winning Applications – Here’s What It Takes: Explore elements of top applicants
- Mythbusting & Rules Office Hours: Bust common myths about the Regeneron Science Talent Search and answer some frequent questions
- Office Hours: Ask Your Questions: Answering questions about Regeneron Science Talent Search
- Reasons to Apply: A brief overview of the Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS), including our top reasons high school seniors should apply.
- Regeneron STS 101: Learn about the Nation’s Oldest and Most Prestigious STEM Competition for High School Seniors
- For Educators and Mentors: How to Support Your Students through the Research Process and Regeneron STS Application
- Application 101: Staff Will Answer Entrant’s Application Questions Live!
- Meet Recent Winners: The Impact of Regeneron STS
COVID-19 and the Regeneron STS Application
The Society recognizes that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted high school grading systems, opportunities for students to take tests, and opportunities for students to pursue activities and research. While the application open and deadline date will remain as planned, the application and evaluation processes will be adjusted to consider these factors. Test scores are not required (Regeneron STS has been test-optional for many years). The Society will train evaluators to consider the many changes high school students have faced this year in our review process.
The Society also recognizes that lack of laboratory access might change the type of research students are able to submit to this year’s competition. Every year, the competition receives entries representing 23 scientific disciplines, and every year students perform high quality research in the home environment. As another option, per Regeneron STS rules, students may submit research completed during any year of high school (as long as it meets other requirements), and are encouraged to think about submitting older projects.