United StatesOtherNext cycle not announced yetCash prizesBreakthrough Junior Challenge (US$250,000 Scholarship)
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The Breakthrough Junior Challenge is a science video competition for students aged 13 to 18, with a US$250,000 college scholarship as the top prize; the 2027 cycle is expected to open around May. Run by the US-based Breakthrough Prize Foundation, it asks each student, individually, to submit an English-language video explaining an idea or concept in the life sciences, physics or mathematics, and to peer-review five other entries. The winner receives a US$250,000 college scholarship, their teacher US$50,000 and their school a science lab worth up to US$100,000. The 2026 cycle ran from 11 May to 15 September and is now being judged; 2027 dates have not been announced. Applicants from US-sanctioned countries are not eligible.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
3 BenefitsUS$250,000 college scholarship
For the winner.
US$50,000 for the teacher
Who inspired the winner.
Science lab worth up to US$100,000
For the winner's school.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
4 CriteriaAll except: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria (specific track conditions apply)
Required Documents
2 DocsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Cash prizes. Announced benefits: US$250,000 college scholarship, US$50,000 for the teacher, Science lab worth up to US$100,000.
Eligible levels: Other.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: A science video following the competition rules, Online registration and parental consent for minors.
Apply directly on the official website: https://breakthroughjuniorchallenge.org/prize. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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