MIT EWBSCIENCE & ENGINEERINGCOMPETITION 2026
For Middle and High School Students
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About MIT Engineers Without Borders
Engineers Without Borders is a non-profit that partners with people from countries around the globe, and works with them to find solutions that will improve quality of life in their communities. MIT Engineers Without Borders chapter is a student-run organization that is learning practices that will make our team lifelong change-makers. Our team is a diverse group of engineers, scientists, leaders, designers, humanitarians, and innovators that’s working together to create a better world, one community at a time.
Make an Impact at the MIT EWB Science and Engineering Competition!
Calling all aspiring young engineers! Step into the world of engineering innovation and tackle real-world challenges that test your problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork skills. This isn’t just a competition—it’s a chance to apply your knowledge to meaningful problems and showcase your creativity. Whether you’re passionate about engineering or excited to explore new solutions for global issues, this competition is your opportunity to shine and gain hands-on experience.
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Why Join the MIT EWB Science and Engineering Competition?
Gain valuable experience that helps you stand out in your internship and university applications
Get hands-on exposure to real engineering challenges and see how concepts can be applied to create impactful solutions
Work alongside peers who are as driven and ambitious as you are
How does the competition work?
Competition Structure and Details
Team size
2-5 students per team (all team members must be from the same school)
Categories
Grade 6 - 8 (Year 7 - 9)
Grade 9 - 12 (Year 10 - 13)
What do teams need to do?
Middle School Category: No deep knowledge of any particular subject required. The test will focus on general knowledge, real problems, and critical thinking.
High School Category: Requires basic biology, chemistry, physics, and math knowledge to solve problems. The test will focus on critical thinking and real world applications.
Finalist teams will have ten days to come up with solution(s) to an engineering problem and present their solution to a judging panel composed of professors and industry experts
Registration Deadlines and Fees
Competition Timeline
Competition format
Description: The preliminary round is open to all registered teams worldwide
- Test (multiple choice and short questions)
- Each team member will individually attempt the same set of test questions
- Only the top two scores will be used to calculate the team’s total score
Date: March 7, 2026
Time Allowed: 1 hour
- Asia Pacific: 12:00 noon Tokyo Time
- Europe, Middle East, Africa: 9:00 am London Time
- North America, South America: 11:00 am New York Time
Description: The top 8 performing teams from the preliminary round in each of the Middle School and High School Categories will be invited to compete in the global final round
Format: Live Zoom presentation to a panel of judges composed of professors and industry experts
Date: April 4, 2026
Recognition
Join the Challenge
This competition is more than a contest; it’s a gateway to the world of engineering innovation. Register now to begin your journey into the exciting field of engineering, where you’ll apply creative problem-solving and technical skills to real-world challenges.
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Fee Waiver Policy
All fee waivers must be requested before the regular deadline.
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