43rd Annual Fair
March 26, 2026
The event is affiliated with . Between 200 and 300 students are expected to exhibit projects involving biology, botany, chemistry, physics, health and medicine, and more. Top winners will have an opportunity to exhibit at ISEF. Judges include between 30-40 NSU faculty, professionals from the Aberdeen area, and NSU students.
Forms and Registration
Deadlines
- December 10, 2026 for forms needing prior approval
- March 19, 2027 for judges' registration form submission
- March 10, 2027 for fair final registration of projects
(to help you determine which forms and approvals are necessary before beginning a science fair project)
2026 Winners
Individual Grand Winners
Kaylee Kiesow, Aberdeen Central High School
Bryxx Bawek, Doland High School
Team Grand Winner
Emily Brick and Allie Hoekman, Northwestern High School
Student Observer
Carson Miles, Doland High School
2026 Rehfeld Award Winner
Tristen Baloum, Faulkton High School
What makes a good science fair project?
- Science Fair Projects: General Information
- Plant Science Presentation
- Earth Science Presentation
- Chemistry Projects Presentation
International Science and Engineering Fair
Top winners of the math and science fair have an opportunity to exhibit at the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).
Contact Information
Dr. Anessa DeMers
Telephone
605-626-2352
Location
Jewett Regional Science Center (JSC) 124
Dr. Samantha St. Clair
Telephone
605-626-7707
Location
Jewett Regional Science Center (JSC) 119