World Finals Basics

May 21-24, 2025
at Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Over 800 teams from around the world will compete in the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals. The competition emphasizes creativity and teamwork and has grown into the largest international creative problem-solving competition worldwide.

World Finals Registration and Costs

Registration fee

If your team selects housing packages equal to the number of team members plus one coach (no matter who uses the packages), the fee is already included in the cost. Teams staying off-campus have a different fee schedule which will be published soon.

Payment deadline

All payments must be made by April 22, 2025.

Cost to stay on campus

Costs to stay on campus are being finalized. The following packages will be available:

  • Monday arrival package
  • Tuesday arrival package which includes room, meals, shuttles around campus, access to all events and the registration fee.
  • Off-campus stay
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