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
- States Hosting Regional Bowls
- States with Regional Bowl Participants
Find your local competition!
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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Volunteer officials needed for the 2025 NOSB Finals Competition
The National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB) is looking for volunteers to assist with our 2025 virtual National Finals Competition on May 16-18, 2025. The top 18 teams will compete head-to-head [...]
Congratulations to the 2025 Regional Bowl Winners
Congratulations to the winning teams of the 18 regional National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB) competitions held this year! The NOSB is building our next generation [...]
2025 National Ocean Scholar Application Package Available Now
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.
New Resource Available for Teachers and Students: Ocean Acoustics STEAM Leader Challenge on Scoutlier
The National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB), supported by the Office of Naval Research, hosts annual STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) Leader Challenges on [...]
