Regeneron ISEF

Society for Science (title sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals) · National

The Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) brings together roughly 1,600-1,700+ students in grades 9-12 who have already won top prizes at a Society-affiliated local, regional, state, or national science fair -- 365 affiliate fairs across 60+ countries fed the 2026 fair. Competitors present original research across 22 categories for a share of more than $7 million in total awards and scholarships annually, including the $100,000 George D. Yancopoulos Innovator Award, two $75,000 Regeneron Young Scientist Awards, a $50,000 Gordon E. Moore Award, and several other five- and six-figure special awards.

Eligibility

GradesGrades 9–12

Min GPA—

ScopeNational

StatesAll states

Fields of studyScience · Technology · Engineering · Mathematics

DemographicsStudents cannot apply directly; they must first qualify by winning at an affiliated fair. There is no entry fee.

Applying

Award$100k

DueNo direct deadline; qualify via a local affiliated fair, each sets its own timeline

EssayNot required

Rec. lettersNot listed

RenewableNo

Awards/yr—

Over $7 million total awarded annually. Top individual awards include the $100,000 George D. Yancopoulos Innovator Award; two $75,000 Regeneron Young Scientist Awards; a $50,000 Gordon E. Moore Award; a $50,000 Leighton/Berger Family Prize; four $10,000 special awards; plus per-category Grand Awards ranging $600-$6,000 across 22 categories.

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