Inspiring Tomorrow’s Ocean Leaders

Inspiring Tomorrow’s Ocean Leaders

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The NOSB is an academic competition and program that addresses a national gap in environmental and earth sciences in public education by introducing high school students to and engaging them in ocean science, preparing them for ocean science-related and other STEM careers, and helping them become knowledgeable community members and environmental stewards.

Updated for the 2024-2025 Competition Year

Regional NOSB competitions are held at universities, research institutions, laboratories, science centers and aquaria across the county. Each year, up to 2,000 students from 350 schools, and 1,500 volunteers participate in the program. Use the map to find details, such as the competition date, location and regional coordinator’s contact information, for your closest regional competition. Contact the regional coordinator or visit their provided website to find out how to participate. This map is actively updated as confirmations from Regional Coordinators are secured. Check back for updates if your local competition is listed as TBD.
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All states are eligible to compete. Contact us to learn more.

2025 NOSB National Finals Competition

We are thrilled to announce the return of the NOSB National Finals Competition in 2025!

The Center for Ocean Leadership at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR), home of the National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB) National Office, will host the Finals Competition on May 17 and 18, 2025, as a virtual, head-to-head competition on Zoom. We extend our gratitude to People Making a Difference, a NOSB Regional Host, for supporting this virtual event.

2025 NOSB STEAM Leader Challenge

The National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB), supported by the Office of Naval Research, hosts annual STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) Leader Challenges on Scoutlier, a free online learning platform for educators. These challenges allow high school students to learn from ocean science experts, tackle real-world problems, and compete for prizes. This year’s challenge focuses on ocean acoustics, exploring the study of sound in the marine environment through the integration of art and science. Learn more.

 

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2025 National Ocean Scholar Application Package Available Now

January 9, 2025|

As part of the NOSB’s continuing effort to recognize individual achievement, the Center for Ocean Leadership offers the National Ocean Scholar Program. This scholarship program provides tuition assistance (up to $1,000) for NOSB students who have an interest in pursuing an ocean or environmental science major in their first year of post-high school education.