THINK: Frequently Asked Questions
Note: you can find the current year's FAQ here.
Logistics & Participation Rules
- When is the application deadline?
Application Deadline: January 10, 2008
- How should I submit my application?
Both electronic submission and mailing required.
Mailing postmark deadline is 1/10/2008.
Electronically submit your application online by midnight of January 10, 2008.For details of what and how to submit electronically and through mail, please refer to the Application Information Booklet available on the Documents page.
- Can students from outside of the U.S. apply?
For this year, THINK is only taking applications from U.S. residents during the school year of 2007-2008. You are qualified to apply as long as you are a high school student enrolled in a public or private school or homeschooled in the United States.
Unfortunately, we are unable to take applications from international competitors for this year. If you have specific questions about your case, please let us know and we will do our best to work it out. Please check back with us next year as we work to internationalize this competition!
- Are team projects allowed?
Unfortunately, only individual projects are allowed for this year's competition. This is due to the logistics involved for this year’s award. However, we are working toward increasing our flexibility. Please check back next year.
Project
- What kind of project is THINK looking for?
The spirit of the THINK competition is the innovative applications of science and technology to solve social problems and benefit humanity. Specific information including judging criteria is available in the Application Information Booklet.
- How do I start?
Tips for students are available in the Application Information Booklet.
Initiate a talk with your teachers or friends, or seek mentors beyond your school. Alternatively, you are welcome to e-mail the THINK organizers to discuss your starting point.
- Can I submit a PowerPoint presentation?
Yes. Submission type is open-ended so long as the project addresses humanity or social problems using technology or the sciences. However, the project format must meet the research safety rules specified on the Research Forms in the Application Booklet. For any uncommon project format, it would be best to confirm with the THINK organizers beforehand.
Essay
- What is the essay all about?
The purpose of the essay is for you to share your learning process with us. There are some specific questions you should answer in the essay. Please check out the essay prompt stated on the application for these questions.
