Sir Isaac Newton Exam (SIN)
University of Waterloo Canadian physics contest; algebra-based, open to international students.
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F=ma Exam (AAPT)
First round of Physics Olympiad qualification; focuses on mechanics and problem-solving, open to any HS student.
Physics Bowl)
National team-based physics competition with multiple-choice questions spanning mechanics, E&M, modern physics, etc.
Science Olympiad (Physics Events)
Team-based competition with multiple physics-related events (e.g., Mousetrap Vehicle, Circuit Lab, Detector Building).
USA Biolympiad (Physics-Heavy Biophysics Track)
While primarily biology, some students with physics background excel in the biophysics/biochemistry sections.
BPhO (British Physics Olympiad) Round 1
UK-based but open globally; challenging problem set with calculus-level physics; can lead to IPhO selection for UK students.
FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC)
Flagship varsity high school robotics competition where teams build 120 lb robots to play a new game each year. Most prestigious robotics competition with pathways to substantial scholarships.