Science Fair
CESTEM proudly sponsors the Southeast Regional Science & Engineering Fair at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.
Please direct questions regarding the Southeast Regional Science & Engineering Fair to Gianna Geiss Feder at geissg@uncw.edu or (910) 962-3287.
For information on volunteer/judging opportunities, please contact Michelle Hafey at hafeym@uncw.edu or (910) 962-3168.
2027 Event Dates
Region 2 (Southeast) NC Science & Engineering Fair
Tentative Date: February 6
State Virtual Science & Engineering Fair: Tuesday, March 30 (Zoom)
State Science & Engineering Fair: Saturday, April 3 (NC State University)
Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF): 5/8-5/14 (Los Angeles, CA)
2027 Registration
Registration Deadline: January 11, 2027
Requirements: Submit forms & digital materials during registration in STEM Wizard.
Trifold back boards are required for the in-person fair.
2027 Forms & Digital Materials
Required for All Projects
ALL Divisions- *NEW for 2027 Fair* - Risk Assessment (3)
- Official NCSEF Abstract
- Parent Release Form
- Research Plan (& Bibliography)
- Project Presentation Slides
- Checklist for Adult Sponsor (1)
- Student Checklist (1A)
- Approval Form (1B)
- *NEW for 2027 Fair* - Student Support Document (2A)
Required for Some Projects
Some projects (ex: human subjects, vertebrate animals, PHBAs, continuation) may require additional forms.
Not Sure Which Forms You Need? - Use the ISEF Rules Wizard to find out!
2027 Rules & Guidelines
About the Region 2 (SE) NC Science & Engineering Fair
The Southeast Regional NC Science and Engineering Fair welcomes students from Sampson, Wayne, Craven, Pamlico, Jones, Onslow, Duplin, Carteret, Pender, New Hanover, and Brunswick counties. This event provides the opportunity for students in 3rd through 12th grades interested in STEM fields to research the topic of their choice and present their work at a competition with their fellow students. Students from our regional fair can advance to state and international competitions.