About Science Olympiad Division B

Science Olympiad Division B is a premier national STEM competition designed specifically for middle school students in grades six through eight. Throughout the academic year, teams of up to fifteen members prepare intensively to compete in twenty-three diverse events that challenge their academic knowledge, teamwork, and practical problem-solving skills. These rigorous events span a wide array of core disciplines, including life science, earth and space science, physical science, chemistry, technology, engineering, and scientific inquiry.

Science Olympiad Logo
Science Olympiad Logo

2027 Events

The 2027 Science Olympiad Division B features diverse events like Anatomy & Physiology and Boomilever. These events span various scientific fields, including life and earth sciences, and include hands-on "build events" focused on constructing specific devices.

Boy Doing His Event
Boy Doing His Event

Tournament Levels

Science Olympiad has four progressive competition levels: Invitationals for practice, Regionals for local area competition, States for qualifying regional teams, and Nationals where top state teams nationwide compete for the ultimate national title.

USA Map
USA Map

State Websites

State Science Olympiad websites provide a central page linking to all 50 individual US state sites, which offer local news, tournament dates, team registration, and Division B event information.

2026 Competition Poster
2026 Division B Winners
Girls Doing Their Event
People Practicing For Their Events