Regeneron Science Talent Search
Application Requirements

The Regeneron STS 2026 is now closed. The application will reopen for the 2027 cycle on June 1, 2026.

Applications are only accepted through the online system and must be properly submitted by the application deadline. Regeneron STS identifies future leaders in science, and uses a holistic review process that includes many components.

This page will be updated with the 2027 Official Rules and corresponding documents in June 2026.

Regeneron STS 2025 finalist Akilan Sankaran posing with his iPad and trifold at public day.
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Regeneron STS 2025 finalist Charlotte Ava Rosario presenting her research poster at Public Day.

Requirements of the Application

1. A Research Report describing an original, independent research project that meets all eligibility requirements. Research conducted during any year of high school is eligible for Regeneron STS.

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2025 STS Finalist Charlotte Ava Rosario
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Requirements of the Application

2. Three types of recommendations (click on each item below to learn more about the requirements and to preview the questions asked of recommenders):

 


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Regeneron STS 2024 finalist Amanrai Kahlon.

Requirements of the Application

3. Application Sections about you, your research project, prior research projects, your activities and how you spend your time.

 

2025 STS Finalist Amanrai Kahlon
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Regeneron STS 2025 finalist Sandeep Sawhney holding a large molecule in his hand at Public Day.

Requirements of the Application

4. Short Essay Questions

 

2025 STS Finalist Sandeep Sawhney
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2025 Science Talent Search Finalist

Requirements of the Application

5. Test Scores are optional.

 

2025 STS Finalist Kevin Shen
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How to Get Started

2022 STS Finalist Nyasha Nyoni

Questions?

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and links will be emailed to you 30 minutes prior to each session.

  • Regeneron STS Rules Miniseries
Regeneron STS 2023 finalists and top winners at the awards ceremony on March 13, 2023.
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Regeneron STS Instructional PDFs

Certain types of research might require pre-approvals and additional paperwork. Note that Regeneron STS rules are somewhat different from Regeneron ISEF rules. Potential STS entrants should review the checklist in the rules book. In cases where additional forms are needed, students may reference the documents below or use similar alternatives.

Past Webinars

Review these helpful webinars filmed in 2021-2024. This information is all still relevant to the 2025/2026 application cycle, with the exception of any past dates mentioned. Sign up for our email list to receive notifications of future !

  • Hear advice about the application process and ways to make your application stand out.
  • Finalists from the STS class of 2023 chat about their research, application experiences, and share application advice.
  • Finalists from the STS class of 2022 offer application advice, share memories, and inspire applicants to apply
  • Explore elements of top applicants
  • Bust common myths about the Regeneron Science Talent Search and answer some frequent questions
  • Answering questions about Regeneron Science Talent Search
  • A brief overview of the Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS), including our top reasons high school seniors should apply.
  • Learn about the Nation’s Oldest and Most Prestigious 中文无码 Competition for High School Seniors
  • How to Support Your Students through the Research Process and Regeneron STS Application
  • Staff Will Answer Entrant’s Application Questions Live!
  • The Impact of Regeneron STS
  • : Early Bird Tips for Getting Ahead on Your Application!
  • Identifying Tomorrow’s Leaders through Regeneron STS
Regeneron STS 2024 finalist Gavriela Kalish-Schur.
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