How do you know if you have a chance for Intel STS?

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<p>Sorry about the double threads, but I placed the original thread in the wrong place.</p>

<p>I am a high school junior, and was thinking about applying for the Intel STS, but was wondering if it was worth the time and effort only to be denied (because this is also during college apps).</p>

<p>I have currently worked approx. 100 hours on this project. So... I am not sure exactly what level are the projects at STS are at (even after reading their "abstracts").</p>

<p>So could you guys let me know if I am way over my head, and what "level" are the Intel STS successful applicants?</p>

<p>This is just a side question: why do some students get the special awards at their science fair, but not others, even if the person who didn't get the award did comparable work or at times more work than the one who did receive the award? In other words, what is the criteria, special awards judges look for?</p>

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<p>My son competed in Intel STS this year. While he did well and greatly enjoyed meeting all of the other finalists, he very much enjoyed the research process. He put a lot of work into his project (800 hours), but he learned a tremendous amount. I encourage you to find a mentor to guide you as you work on your project.</p>

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<p>I do have a small problem, since I am a junior and will be on vacation over the summer. So I won’t be able to work under a mentor in a lab since I will be on the move. So do you have any suggestions?</p>

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<p>I put in 300+ hours into my project. If you want us to tell you your chances, it’ll be helpful to provide us an abstract of your project.</p>