STEM
Engineering
Competition

UIUC EWB Science & Engineering Competition 2026

Offered by Engineers Without Borders, UIUC Chapter

An international online engineering competition with a STEM assessment, design pitch deck and live global final.

About this opportunity

The UIUC Engineers Without Borders competition gives high-school teams a structured path from applied science and math assessment to engineering design. Leading teams create a solution pitch deck and finalists refine and defend their work live online.

Who can apply

High-school category is Grades 9–12. Teams consist of 2–5 students and registered teams may participate worldwide.

What you'll need to apply

Register a team and complete the preliminary online test. Qualifying teams prepare a pitch deck; finalists present their solution live online.

Cost & funding

Cost: Paid

US$45 per student by the regular deadline; US$55 per student for late registration.

Funding: Financial aid available

Key dates

  • Regular registration deadline19 Sept 2026
  • Late registration deadline19 Nov 2026
  • Preliminary round21 Nov 2026
  • Semifinal submission deadline5 Dec 2026
  • Global final23 Jan 2027

Who is eligible

Open to students worldwide — any nationality may apply.

Accuracy

Verification status: Verified

Last checked: 6 Sept 2026 · Details can change without notice — always confirm on the organiser's official page before applying.

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