Welcome to International Academic Competitions!

We’re excited to reach out to homeschoolers and their families to let you know about our competitions. This page is for students in Grades K-8. If you are interested in our programs for students in Grades 9-12, please click here and look for the Varsity and Junior Varsity Divisions.
Students participating in an International Academic Competitions event
National Science Bee
National History Bee
National Geography Bee

Each Bee Has 3 Stages:

Stage
1

Free Online Regional Qualifying Exam

50 questions, Multiple Choice. Just fill out the IAC Sponsor Account Sign Up Form to get access to the exams for your students or your child!

Stage
2

Regional Tournaments

Played with a Buzzer System! Fill out the IAC Sponsor Account Sign Up Form to Receive Tournament Invitations in Your Region!

Stage
3

National Championships

Also on the Buzzer! Annually on Memorial Day Weekend in Orlando. Over 2200 Students Attended IAC’s Middle & Elementary School National Championships in May 2026!

IAC Sponsor Account Sign Up Form

Fill out the form below to access qualifying exams and receive tournament invitations for your region

Grade of Student(s)(Required)
Select all applicable grades

With Each Bee, Students Can:

  • Build confidence in a friendly and exciting competition with grade-appropriate questions
  • Reinforce their classroom studies and state educational standards
  • Compete at over 150 in-person and online Regional Tournaments
  • Make like-minded friends at tournaments who share their interests
  • Have lots and lots of fun!

Advantages for Parents

Children get excited about learning
Qualifying Exams take just 20 minutes
Flexible tournament dates to fit your schedule
Prepare for future success through introduction to new topics
Meet other homeschooling families at events

Advantages for Students

Different age divisions for each grade
Numerous practice resources available
Qualify for Regionals, Nationals & even World Championship-level events!
Compete all the way through 12th Grade in all 3 bees in our Varsity & JV Divisions!

Please explore our website for details and then sign up for the free Qualifying Exams to get started. For questions, please email info@iacompetitions.com or call us at 802-923-0400 at any time. Good luck!

Sign up for the free Qualifying Exams!