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eCYBERMISSION is a virtual STEM competition for 6th to 9th grade students that promotes teamwork, self-discovery, and the real-life applications of STEM. Students work in teams of two to four, led by an adult Team Advisor, to select a problem in their community to investigate with science or solve with engineering. Throughout the competition, students work on team building and interact with STEM professionals while competing for state, regional, and national awards in the form of savings bonds.
You'll Get To...
- make an impact on your community with STEM
- interact with real STEM professionals who work as scientists or engineers
- team up with your friends to bring your ideas to life
- earn state, regional, and national awards in the form of savings bonds
Who is Eligible to Participate?
Rising 6th through 9th grade students are eligible.
eCYBERMISSION Mini Grant
What is the Mini-Grant Program?
The eCYBERMISSION Mini-Grant program provides funding to support teachers as they implement eCYBERMISSION in their classrooms and schools. The first payment supports the cost of project supplies and the second payment goes to the Team Advisors (teachers) as a professional stipend.
Who can apply?
Any Team Advisors of students in grades 6-9 can apply.
What are the dates for the 2026-2027 application process?
- August 12, 2026 – Application opens
- November 11, 2026 – Application closes
- February 24, 2027 – Competition registration closes (Team Advisors and students must be fully registered and on complete teams by this date)
Does It Cost Anything to Participate?
No! eCYBERMISSION is free to enter.
Information for Volunteers
eCYBERMISSION offers three volunteer opportunities, all with flexible schedules and most completely virtual.
- Ambassadors are advocates for STEM education and prioritize year-round networking to raise awareness for and increase local participation in eCYBERMISSION.
- Mission Mentors serve as virtual mentors for students and Team Advisors, answering questions about science and engineering and participating in Live Chats.
- Virtual Judges review, comment, and score student projects, called Mission Folders.
Important Dates: 2026-2027 Competition Timeline
August 12, 2026
Student Registration Opens Team Advisor Registration Opens Ambassador Registration Opens Mission Mentor Registration Opens Virtual Judge Registration Opens Mini-Grant Application Opens
November 11, 2026
Mini-Grant Application Closes
February 24, 2027
Student Registration Closes Team Registration Closes Team Advisor Registration Closes Mission Mentor Registration Closes
March 3, 2027
Mission Folder Submission Deadline
March 9, 2027
Virtual Judge Registration Closes
March 10 – March 24, 2027
Virtual Judging
April 19 – April 23, 2027
Regional Judging
April 30, 2027
State Winners, Regional Finalists, and National Finalists Announced
TBD Late June 2027
National Judging & Educational Event
