Applications are currently beung accepted for the International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition (IAAC) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition
The International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition is an educational science competition that enables students from all countries to test their skills in astronomy and astrophysics. Participants can receive certificates, awards, cash prizes, and global recognition.
Benefits of International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition
- Participating allows you to apply your astronomy skills to interesting problems and to learn about topics beyond the school curriculum.
- The top performers receive the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes, with awards worth 2500 USD, including cash prizes and telescopes signed by astronaut Frank De Winne and Nobel Prize laureates François Englert, Gerard 't Hooft, Michel Mayor, and Didier Queloz (see pictures below).
- All participants receive participation certificates. There are also national awards for the best participants from each country
International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition Requirements
Current high school and university students from all grades and countries are eligible. There are three age groups:
- Junior: 10th Grade and below (and < 16 years of age)
- Youth: 11th to 13th Grade (and < 19 years of age)
- Senior: 1st Year College/University and higher (or ≥ 19 years of age)
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
17 March, 2026
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