About CAST-YEA
Overview: The CAST-YEA (CAST Youth Elite Award) is one of the flagship programs of CAST-USA Education. It aims promoting STEM interdisciplinary education, innovation, collaboration, and communicational skills amongst students in schools and universities. The finalists will be invited to and granted awards at the Award Ceremony of the 2026 Global Summit & CAST-USA Annual Conversion.
How to Apply:
1. Prepare the required materials and be ready by 8/15.
2. Email all materials and one recent photo to [email protected] by 8/31.
3. Select a payment type in the bottom of the page, for early-bird discount by 8/15, for regular fee or Lifetime Member by 8/31.
Note: Complimentary for CAST-USA Lifetime Members and their children. A proof must be submitted with the required materials for verification.
Questions? Write to [email protected]
Eligibility
1. School Group: pupils in 7th to 12th grades.
2. College Group: undergrads, grads, or PhD.
3. Students in US and China are encouraged to apply though available to other countries.
Materials
1. One essay up to 2 pages with a photo.
2. Academic scores in recent 2 years.
3. Two letters of recommendation.
4. Include name in both English & Chinese on submission.
Milestones
1. 8/15: Benefit the Early-bird discount at $50.
2. 8/31: Email in the materials, pay regular fee $60.
3. 9/30: Finalists will be announced.
4. TBD: Receive awards at CAST-USA Summit.
Awards
1. 10 Finalists per group receive awards.
2. 1st Place x1, 2nd Place x3, 3rd place x6 for each group.
3. 11-20 finalists receive Certificate of Excellence.
4. The Awards be granted at CAST Global Summit.
Benefits
1. Honorarily announced at global summit.
2. Be part of the prestigious organization.
3. Network with world-renowned scientists.
4. Help on college admission and career growth.