The Intel Science Talent Search is open to especially talented high school seniors who have completed independent science research projects and wish to pursue careers in science, math, engineering and medicine. To be eligible for this award, you must attend secondary school: (a) in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Wake and Midway Islands and the Marianas; or (b), if you are a U.S. citizen, in a Department of Defense Dependents School, an accredited overseas American or International School or in a foreign school as an exchange student or because your parent(s) work and live abroad. Award requirements include that you complete college entrance qualifications before October 1 and submit the official STS Entry Form and a written description, of no more than 20 pages, of your research. Research must be the work of a single individual; group and team projects are not eligible. 300 semifinalists will receive awards of $1000, of whom 30 will be named finalists and receive $5000. Ten of the finalists will then be chosen to receive awards ranging from $20,000 to a first place prize of $100,000.

 

For additional information and to access the entry form, visit the sponsor's Web site provided.

 

Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Medicine