2026 Ohio Science Olympiad State Tournament
Teams will earn a spot in the 2026 Ohio Science Olympiad State Tournament hosted by The Ohio State University. The 2025 tournament is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026.
The Ohio State University will not take custodial responsibility for minors while participating in the Ohio Science Olympiad Program. Custodial responsibility will remain with teachers, parents, legal guardians and chaperones. Minors must be properly supervised at all times.
Event Schedules and Team Lists
The 2026 Ohio Science Olympiad State Tournament Schedules Coming Soon
Event Locations
Division B Event Locations
Coming soon.
Division C Event Locations
Coming soon.
Helicopter
Dimensions of Hitchcock Lobby:
Height to Top of Raised Ceiling: 14.25’
Height to Top of Lip: ~11.6’-12’
Height to Bottom of Lip: 8.84’
RPAC Gym Layouts/Locations
Coming soon.
Multi-Faith Rooms
Coming soon.
RPAC: Headquarters & Scoring
Headquarters: Babysitting Room B13
Scoring: B145
Homeroom Locations
Homerooms must be kept clean and must be left in the same condition as you found them. If the Ohio Science Olympiad state office is contacted by an Ohio State building coordinator regarding the cleanliness of your room, your team will be placed on probation should the team return next year. Please take all of your trash with you instead of leaving it in the room or hallway.
Help Ohio Science Olympiad remain in good standing with the university!
2026 Homeroom Location & Assignments
Homeroom assignments will be released at the end of March.
Check-in
Courtesy Early Check-In
Friday Courtesy Check-In Location Photos
Tournament Day Check-In
Tournament Day Check-In Location Photos
2026 Science Olympiad STEM Expo
The STEM Expo at the Ohio Science Olympiad State Tournament is designed to connect local college admissions, industry partners, and Ohio State University faculty with the next generation of problem solvers and innovators. It will feature interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and opportunities to showcase cutting-edge technologies, initiatives, and educational programs.
Visit the STEM Expo page for more details.
Coaches Meeting
Coaches Meeting
Coming soon.
Maps:
Campus Building Map
2026 Campus Building Map coming soon.
Parking Map
2026 Parking Map coming soon.
Connecting to Wifi:
“WiFi@OSU” is a free network to be used by visitors of The Ohio State University such as family members, friends or general guests. In order to use the network, visitors must open a browser window and accept the terms of use.
Dining Options
Please refer to comprehensive list of dining options on the Travel Information page.
Awards Ceremony
The 2026 Ohio Science Olympiad State Tournament Awards will be held at the French Fieldhouse on (2026 State Tournament Date to be Released this Fall), following competition.
Timeline
5:45 p.m. — Doors Open
6:45 p.m. — Welcome Video & Introductions
7 p.m. — First Award Presented
8:45 p.m. — Ceremony Over
Check out the Awards Ceremony page for more information!
Results
Post Event Surveys
Coach Feedback
2026 survey coming soon.
Event Supervisor Feedback
2026 survey coming soon.
Student Participant Feedback
2026 survey coming soon.
Volunteer Feedback
2026 survey coming soon.
Forms & Docs
2026 Ohio Science Olympiad Photo Release Form
On-Site Apparel Sales
Have design ideas for the 2026 State Tournament logo? Send submissions to State Director, Mariah Lesar, lesar.2@osu.edu by January 9, 2026.
Thank you to our 2025 State Tournament Sponsors!
Interested in sponsoring the 2026 Ohio Science Olympiad State Tournament? Check out the sponsorship information document.
