About the Science Olympiad
Founded in 1984, Science Olympiad is the premier team STEM competition in the nation, providing standards-based challenges to over 6,600 teams at 425 tournaments in all 50 states. It promotes scientific inquiry, hands-on problem-solving, and collaboration through a diverse range of rigorous, standards-based challenges for middle and high school students at local, state, and national levels. Students develop practical skills and a strong foundation in STEM by competing in building events, lab experiments, and written tests, often working in pairs within a 15-student team. Become a member through your State Chapter to play.
2026 NEBRASKA STATE TOURNAMENT DETAILS
Tournament Date
Saturday April 18, 2026
Location
UNL - EAST CAMPUS
Lincoln, NE 68503 MAP
State Director
State Tournament Documents and Forms
Document for Coaches - Required Tournament Forms and More
(more to come)
Start Learning about Science Olympiad Today
2026 Division B Slate of Events
2026 Division C Slate of Events
Official 2026 Event Rules - Request the official event rules for Division B and/or Division C
National Science Olympiad Site
Getting Ready for the Tournament: A panel of Science Olympiad coaches representing Middle School and High School programs from around the country tackled questions and offered last minute tips to ensure that your team has a great tournament experience.