Registration Requirements 

Biodesign Challenge welcomes the following groups to register for the competition:

1. College Classrooms

Classroom entries can consist of both undergraduate and graduate students up to master’s level of any discipline. Doctorate level students may only participate as an instructor/mentor for a team comprised of lower-level students. Classrooms are also welcome to partner with other departments to collaborate during the Challenge. Only one team per classroom will be accepted to present at the Summit, though all teams may continue to work on their projects after the Challenge. 

2. High School Classrooms

High school classrooms with students of all ages are welcome to join the competition. Classrooms in Title 1 High Schools in NYC can also apply to participate in the BDC After-School Program. Learn more about BDC A-S here.

Note: An institution is permitted to enter more than one classroom into the competition but must pay separate registration fees per classroom. 

Fees

Each classroom pays a registration fee, which provides the instructor with access to our online database of curriculum materials, mentorship from expert consultants provided by BDC, and one presentation slot at the BDC Summit.

Refund Policy 

In order to qualify for a refund, cancellations must be sent in writing prior to January 15th. All refunds are subject to a $70 processing fee. Refunds will be made in US dollars and processed in the manner in which they were received with the possible exception of wire payments, which at the organizers’ discretion, may be refunded via check. If a refund is made via wire transfer, any bank fees will be deducted from the refund. BDC is not responsible for cancellations or the inability of a team to travel to the BDC Summit.

Contact 

For questions about BDC registration please contact info@biodesignchallenge.org.