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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 (2026 State Tournament Date to be Released this Fall).

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
Please use Neil Avenue entrance
Please use the Neil Avenue entrance for Hitchcock Hall access. The doors off Woodruff Avenue and the 19th Avenue pathway will be closed.

 

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’

Hitchcock Hall Lobby
HItchcock Ceiling Tiles
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

Date:  TBD
Time: 4PM-7PM
Location: Welcome Vestibule; Recreational Physical Activity Center (RPAC); 337 Annie & John Glenn Avenue
Friday Courtesy Check-In Location Photos
1. Ramp View
2. Ramp View
Check-In Doors Friday
Friday Check_In

Tournament Day Check-In

Date: TBD
Time: Doors open 7AM
Location: Headquarters (B13); Recreational Physical Activity Center (RPAC); 337 Annie & John Glenn Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210
Tournament Day Check-In Location Photos
1. TWD Street View
TWD Public Doors
Coaches check-in table will be directly inside these doors.

 


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


Underage Student Form

Team Roster & Code of Conduct

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.


 

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