43rd Annual Fair
March 26, 2026
The event is affiliated with . Between 200 and 300 students are expected to exhibit projects involving biology, botany, chemistry, physics, health and medicine, and more. Top winners will have an opportunity to exhibit at ISEF. Judges include between 30-40 NSU faculty, professionals from the Aberdeen area, and NSU students.
Forms and Registration
Deadlines
- December 17, 2025 for forms needing prior approval
- February 27, 2026 for judges' registration form submission
- February 27, 2026 for fair final registration of projects
(to help you determine which forms and approvals are necessary before beginning a science fair project)
2026 Winners
Individual Grand Winners
Kaylee Kiesow, Aberdeen Central High School
Bryxx Bawek, Doland High School
Team Grand Winner
Emily Brick and Allie Hoekman, Northwestern High School
Student Observer
Carson Miles, Doland High School
2026 Rehfeld Award Winner
Tristen Baloum, Faulkton High School
What makes a good science fair project?
- Science Fair Projects: General Information
- Plant Science Presentation
- Earth Science Presentation
- Chemistry Projects Presentation
International Science and Engineering Fair
Top winners of the math and science fair have an opportunity to exhibit at the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).
Telephone
605-626-3384
Location
Jewett Regional Science Building Room 125