Your future in sight

About the contest
For more than 50 years, the National Eye Institute (NEI) has been on the front lines of vision research. We discover new diseases and conditions, find new treatments, and work to help all of us see a better tomorrow.
It all starts with science, and young people are the ones who will take science into the future. That’s why we launched the Eye on the Future Teen Video Contest—to encourage U.S. high school students from all backgrounds to explore science.
Create a video either by yourself or in a group (maximum of three members) about one of these three categories:
- Science in your world
- Science in action
- Science in your future
The winning entry from each category will get a cash prize!
- For Freshmen (9th grade) and Sophomores (10th grade):
Still figuring it out? That’s what science is for.
If you’re a U.S. high school student who’s interested in STEM, video production, or simply enjoys asking “why?”, the National Eye Institute’s Eye on the Future Teen Video Contest is for you! - For Juniors (11th grade) and Seniors (12th grade):
Focus on the possibilities. Whether it’s starting your career in science, rounding out a college application, or kickstarting your career portfolio, this video could be your first step toward something bigger.
Get your eyes on the prize
How to enter
See the categories, read the rules, and learn how we’ll pick the winners.
Meet the past winners
See videos from previous Eye on the Future Teen Video Contest winners!
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