Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS)

Research

Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, U.S. Department of Defense

Regional symposia (dates vary by region)approximate

February 1, 2027 (UTC-5)

A STEM research program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense for high school students in grades 9 to 12. Students present original research at regional symposia at universities across the country, with the top presenters advancing to the National Symposium to compete for scholarships.

Registration

Format: Hybrid
Age: 14-18
Participation: Individual
Location: United States
Entry fee: Free
Prize: Scholarships and cash awards at regional and national level, totaling over USD 400,000 annually.

Timeline

Regional symposia (dates vary by region)approximateFebruary 1, 2027 (UTC-5) source
National Symposium (estimated)approximateApril 28, 2027 (UTC-4) source

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