The Texas Workforce Commission and ExxonMobil selected Texas A&M Engineering to host the annual competition beginning in 2019. A great big “HOWDY!” to all the participants, teachers, family members, friends, judges, and sponsors who compete in TXSEF.
About the Fair
Sixth- through twelfth-grade students compete in regional science and engineering fairs across Texas during January, February and March to advance to the state fair. The fair includes 20+ categories spanning across engineering, biological sciences and physical sciences. Winning high school entries advance to compete in the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).
The Fair plays an important role in the lives and future careers of many students as they learn the critical thinking skills that necessary to thrive in any field. The science fair is more than creating a science project; it is a complete educational process through which students learn:
- To follow directions and complete the scientific process
- To gain knowledge outside a classroom setting
- To work with mentors and peers
- To hone their presentation skills
- About competing honestly and fairly
Goals
Provide a setting where outstanding students showcase their research projects in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
By the Numbers
- 2-day event
- Hosted by Texas A&M Engineering since 2019
- 21 project categories between life and physical sciences
- 1,200+ projects between two divisions
- 100 volunteers
- 350+ judges
We are a Member of ISEF
TXSEF winners in the high school divisions also earn the opportunity to attend the Governor’s Science and Technology Champions Academy and advance to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair.
