2026 Science Fair | Timeline & Deadlines

Ventura County Science Fair Registration	Opens: TBD Closes: TBD
Permission Form Deadline - Email to nzizumbo@vcoe.org	TBD
ISEF Paperwork Deadline* (REVIEW INSTRUCTIONS ON ISEF ELIGIBILITY PAGE) ISEF Eligibility is optional and only for High School students* Please submit ISEF paperwork to Candice Rizzie at crizzie@vcoe.org	February 8, 2027 4PM
Completed Project Board and Report Drop-off	March 17, 2027 12PM - 4:30PM
Public Viewing Day	March 18, 2027 8:30AM - 5PM
Science Fair Event Day (Interviews and Judging) Arrival: 8:00 AM Student Welcome Begins: 8:30 AM Interviews and Judging: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM	March 19, 2027 8AM-12:30PM
Science Fair Awards Ceremony	March 31, 2027 6PM-8PM

NO PROJECT CHANGES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER FEBRUARY 7

The Science Fair is open to students attending Ventura County schools, in grades 6th-12th.
There is a $12 fee per student. Invoices will be sent to advisors after registration closes. Please note that no changes or refunds can be made after February 20, as this cause delays to the process for all participants. We also accept checks and payment through Paypal.
Please note that Ventura County Science Fair project scores will not be released at any point during or after the Ventura County Science Fair.
It is recommended students display their project on a tri-fold project board that is able to stand on its own. Table space for each project will be limited.