All teams must register and pay for Science Olympiad membership before attending any Nebraska Science Olympiad Tournaments.
One question we occasionally receive is why Science Olympiad teams pay two separate $75 membership fees—one to the National Science Olympiad organization and one to Nebraska Science Olympiad.
Although the fees are the same amount, they support different parts of the program.
National Science Olympiad Membership ($75) helps fund:
- Development of new events and annual rule manuals
- National event supervisors and committees
- National tournament operations
- Insurance and organizational support
- Resources and training available to all member teams across the country
Nebraska Science Olympiad Membership ($75) stays here in Nebraska and supports:
- Regional and State Tournament planning and operations
- Coach support and communication throughout the season
- Volunteer recruitment and training
- New team outreach and program growth
- Coaches Clinic and professional development opportunities
- Website, registration systems, awards, and other administrative costs
- Additional Exhibition teams are only required to pay the national fee of $75.
Together, these memberships help ensure that students have access to a high-quality Science Olympiad experience—from their first invitational tournament all the way to the National Tournament.
Thank you for supporting Science Olympiad and helping us provide outstanding STEM opportunities for students across Nebraska!
Register and pay for your team's Science Olympiad Membership