Competition

National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB)

Consortium for Ocean Leadership

What it is

Regional and national quiz-bowl-style competition on ocean sciences for high school teams.

High-school teams that compete at their regional ocean sciences bowl. All states are eligible.

Grade: Grades 9–12
Cost: Varies. Ask your regional coordinator; there was no national finals event in 2026
Format: In person · Regional bowls hosted by universities across the U.S.
Commitment: School year · Study through the year; regional quiz-bowl competitions in winter
Deadline: Team registration is handled by each regional bowl

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