Judges decide in ninety seconds.
We prepare for those.
A science fair is won on three things: research a judge respects, a board they can read at a glance, and answers that hold up under questioning. Fellows work with a PhD mentor on all three, and rehearse against mock judges before competition day.
Every level feeds the next. We plan the project for the rung your child is actually on.
From a school gym to the ISEF floor
Local & School Fairs
Build confidence and competition experience at your school or district science fair. The perfect starting point for your science fair journey.
Regional Fairs
Compete against top students in your region. Regional fairs are the gateway to state-level competition and beyond.
State Science Fairs
Represent your region at the state level. State fair winners advance to ISEF and receive recognition from universities.
ISEF
The International Science and Engineering Fair is the world's largest pre-college science competition. ISEF winners receive scholarships, prizes, and global recognition.
Regeneron STS
The most prestigious science research competition in the US. Regeneron Science Talent Search recognizes and rewards the nation's most promising young scientists.
Coaching led by PhD researchers who have sat on the other side of the judging table.
Six things that decide the result
Research Project Development
Work with a PhD mentor to develop an original, innovative research project optimized for science fair success.
Poster Design & Layout
Professional poster design guidance that communicates your research clearly and captures judges' attention.
Presentation Coaching
Master the art of presenting your research. Learn to explain complex concepts clearly and confidently.
Mock Judging Sessions
Practice with real scientists who simulate competition conditions and provide feedback on your performance.
Q&A Preparation
Anticipate and prepare for judges' questions. Learn to think on your feet and demonstrate deep understanding.
Competition Strategy
Understand what judges look for at each competition level. Optimize your project for maximum impact.
Twelve weeks, planned backwards from your fair date rather than forwards from today.
Competition day is the last step, not the first
Topic Selection & Research Design
Define your research question and develop a rigorous methodology with your PhD mentor.
Research Execution
Conduct your experiments or analysis with weekly mentor guidance and troubleshooting support.
Data Analysis & Conclusions
Analyze your results and draw meaningful conclusions with statistical rigor.
Poster Design & Paper Writing
Create a competition-ready poster and write up your research for submission.
Presentation & Mock Judging
Perfect your presentation through practice sessions and mock judging with real scientists.
What families ask before their first competition.
Winning a science fair requires original research, a well-designed poster, strong presentation skills, and confident handling of judges' questions. YRI provides comprehensive coaching in all these areas, from developing a winning research topic to mock judging sessions that prepare you for competition day.
Admission is selective.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and seats are limited. Tuition is $2,997, with a three-payment plan available. Mentorship continues at no cost until your paper is submission-ready.