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USA Biology Olympiad (USABO)

  • Last Updated: March 14, 2025

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About the competition

The USA Biology Olympiad (USABO) is a prestigious national competition that aims to develop students’ biological knowledge and skills. It identifies the top students who represent the U.S. at the International Biology Olympiad (IBO).

Comp Info

  • Estimated Ann. Participants: 10000
  • Cost: Varies
  • Estimated Time Commitment: Major
  • Participant Format: Large Team
  • Event Format: Hybrid
  • Competition Format: Exam
  • Reach: National
  • Event Size: Medium

Participation Information

Students take local exams to qualify for the USABO Open Exam. The top scorers move on to the Semifinals, and then the best students advance to the National Finals and training camp for international competition.
Based on accuracy, depth of knowledge, and problem-solving ability in biology.
$10,000 for 1st place; medals, certificates, and opportunities to represent the USA internationally
Students take local exams to qualify for the USABO Open Exam. The top scorers move on to the Semifinals, and then the best students advance to the National Finals and training camp for international competition.
1. Take the USABO Open Exam. 2. Advance to the Semifinals based on performance. 3. The top students participate in the national finals, with the best joining the USA team for the IBO.
Biology study materials, reference textbooks
Based on accuracy, depth of knowledge, and problem-solving ability in biology.

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