The USA Biolympiad (USABO) is the premier biology competition for high school students in the United States, engaging nearly 12,000 students annually through challenging rounds of biology exams. Administered by the Center for Excellence in Education, the competition is open to every high school in the country and covers advanced topics across the life sciences. Top performers advance through two rigorous exam rounds, with the top 20 finalists invited to an intensive residential training program at the USABO National Finals. It is one of the most selective and prestigious science competitions available to high school students, offering a pathway to international competition in biology.
Designing studies, testing hypotheses, and drawing evidence-based conclusions.
Running experiments safely and accurately using real scientific equipment and procedures.
Evaluating information carefully before drawing a conclusion or making a decision.
Breaking down a challenge and working through it methodically to a solution.
Guiding a group toward a shared goal and keeping everyone moving together.
USABO directly prepares students for biology research through advanced lab skills and international competition.
Competition develops scientific methodology and lab techniques foundational to medical research careers.
USABO provides rigorous biology education and research experience valuable for pre-medical students.
Advanced biology coursework and research skills from USABO support environmental science careers.
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