March 26 - 27

Desert Financial Arena

600 E Veterans Way, Tempe, AZ

Guide Your Student Researchers

Whether you're starting a classroom research project or leading an experienced science fair program, AzSEF provides the resources to help your students succeed. Explore competition rules, timelines, educator resources, professional learning opportunities, and tools to guide students through every stage of the research process.

Upcoming Research Educator Workshops

• Science Fair Symposium | October 2 | Arizona Science Center, Phoenix
  • A full day of learning to help educators confidently plan, support, and navigate the science fair process.
• Science in the Pines | October 16 & 17 | Flagstaff
  • A hands-on outdoor research workshop designed to equip rural educators with the tools, resources, and support to bring authentic research experiences to their students.
  • Support for Title I educators includes lodging, mileage reimbursement, and a complimentary materials kit.

Teach Authentic Research: Programs & Classroom Support

Whether you're introducing authentic research for the first time or expanding an existing program, AzSEF offers classroom initiatives, educator workshops, and personalized support to help students engage in meaningful scientific research.

• What Do We Wonder? Program for Grades 5-8
• High School Research Support

Prepare Your Students for AzSEF 

• Project Timeline
• Need Science Fair Judges? Email Us!
• Rules, Forms, & Approvals
• AzSEF Handbook
• Educator Code of Conduct
• Mentorship Code of Conduct 

Important Dates:

• February 1, 2027: Registration Opens
• March 6, 2027: Last day for a qualifying school, homeschool, district or regional fair to be completed in order for students to register for AzSEF
• March 10, 2027: Registration closes at 11:59 PM
• March 25, 2027: AzSEF Event - Elementary and Junior Divisions, Senior Division project check in
• March 26, 2027: AzSEF Event - Senior Division
• March 27, 2027: Awards Ceremony at Arizona Science Center