National Biology Bowl
Virtual Team Competition in Biology and Life Science for Middle School Students
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The National Biology Bowl is the premier team competition in Biology and Life Science for middle school students in America. The National Biology Bowl began in 2019 and has been successfully held every year since. It takes place on Zoom on the last Saturday of May.
The National Biology Bowl covers all important topics in Biology, including Cell Biology and Genetics, Human Physiology, Microorganisms, Animals, Plants, Evolution, Behavior and Ecology.
The competition follows the quiz bowl format, with 4 - 5 students on each team. After round-robin rounds, a single-elimination playoff tournament determines the champion and the top 8 schools in the country.
2026 Competition Date: 5/30/2026
Registration deadline: 5/15/2026
Why compete in the National Biology Bowl?
Inspires Early Interest in Biomedical Science and Medicine
The competition introduces students to exciting frontiers in biology, medicine, and life sciences—helping them envision meaningful, impactful future careers.Compete on a Global Stage
Top-performing teams gain the opportunity to represent their country in an international Biology Bowl, competing against outstanding students from around the world.Expertly Designed by Experienced Leaders in Science Education
Every question is original and crafted by physicians and professional biology educators, ensuring academic rigor, relevance, and a truly enriching learning experience.
National Biology Bowl
Science First. Always.
Download the rules for the National Biology Bowl here.
We suggest using the following textbooks to prepare for the National Biology Bowl, depending on the levels of the team members:
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