Our individual and team competitions will give your child an opportunity to apply their knowledge in a fun and safe environment. 
While working with talented, highly motivated students, dedicated professional like you gain personal fulfillment for your work. 
Don't miss your opportunity to share your expertise with the next generation of scientists, engineers and their families. 
NOBCChE Science Bowl
Initiated in 1989, the NOBCChE Science Bowl consists of middle school and high school students competing in teams of four. Challenge competition questions are based on an overall understanding of physical sciences (physics & chemistry), life sciences, earth sciences, engineering, mathematics, and Black scientists and inventors.
In 2017, students will compete in Junior (5th – 8th grades) and Senior (9th - 12th grades) divisions.
Regional teams compete at the national level during the annual NOBCChE Conference and STEM Week. Over 250 students participate annually. Each Science Bowl Coach is responsible for registering their team and emailing the necessary Parent Consent forms to the NOBCChE National Science Bowl Chair at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Registration is on a first-come, first serve basis. Teams who have not competed regionally can still compete at the national competition. Click here to join our mailing list.
2017 National Information
- The 2017 NOBCChE National Science Bowl will be held November 2-3 in Minneapolis, MN.
2017 Regional Information
- 2017 Greater Cincinnati NOBCChE Science Bowl was held on Saturday April 8, 2017.
- The 2017 NOBCChE Midwest Regional Science Bowl was held on April 22, 2017 in Detroit, MI.
- The 2017 NOBCChE Florida Regional Science Bowl was held on May 13, 2017 in Orlando, Fl.
2016 National Information
- The 2016 NOBCChE National Science Bowl was held November 9-12 in Raleigh, NC.
2016 Regional Information
- 2016 Greater Cincinnati NOBCChE Science Bowl was held on Saturday April 16, 2016.
- The 2016 NOBCChE Midwest Regional Science Bowl was held on April 23, 2016 in East Lansing, MI.
2015 National Information
- The 2015 NOBCChE National Science Bowl was held September 24-26 in Orlando, FL.
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