PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
Project Rules and Display Guidelines
OSSEF uses ISEF rules and follow a set of guidelines for project display boards.
Forms and Registration
OSSEF requires registration forms that document the research project details, safety, and approvals.
The step-by-step forms guide and Research Plan template support thorough and accurate paperwork preparation for a smoother path to competition.
PREPARE FOR OSSEF
THE STEPS TO STATE
A checklist for competing at OSSEF and tips for students as they begin their journey to state.
JUDGING CRITERIA
Review the criteria used to evaluate science and engineering projects at OSSEF and the International Science and Engineering Fair.
LOCAL LODGING
Hotel block information for OSSEF 2026
OSSEF YouTube
Need some help with ISEF forms?
If you are interested in participating in the science fair, but are struggling with the ISEF forms, take advantage of the OSSEF YouTube channel, which provides step-by-step video tutorials.