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Global competitions accept participants from every country, making them the most accessible and the most competitive student challenges available. They are typically organised by international foundations, United Nations agencies, multinational companies and leading universities seeking diverse perspectives. Because entrants come from all time zones and education systems, winning or placing in a global competition carries significant weight on any CV or graduate application. Filter by category or education level to find international opportunities that match your field and academic stage.

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Nature Art Competition
Nature Art Competition

Art Room Gallery

Deadline

Aug 13, 2026

1 day from now

Contemporary Art Room Gallery is proud to announce their 8th “Nature” Online Art Competition for the month of August 2026. This is an international competition and artists from around the world are welcome to submit thei...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Publicity

Prize summary: All winning artists will receive a digital award certificate.

Animals Open Call 2026 Grid Photo Gallery
Animals Open Call 2026 Grid Photo Gallery

Grid Photo Gallery

Deadline

Aug 15, 2026

3 days from now

Grid Photo Gallery presents Animals 2026, an international open call dedicated to photographic works that explore the presence, meaning, and visual power of animals within the image. The theme is open to a wide range of...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East High school Students Bachelor Master PhD Open to everyone Prize: Other award

Prize summary: Exhibition, interview and more.

Youth Sustainable Investment Challenge 2026
Youth Sustainable Investment Challenge 2026

Youth Entrepreneurship and Finance Association

Deadline

Aug 17, 2026

5 days from now

The Youth Sustainability Investment Challenge (YSIC) is a global youth investment challenge organized by the Youth Entrepreneurship and finance association. Focused on real-world investment decision-making, ESG awarenes...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East High school Students Prize: Cash

Prize summary: $500 for 1st, $300 for 2nd, $200 for 3rd. Top 3: Recommendation letter plus SCISS Elite Summer Program benefit valued at $5,500.

Artist Space Gallery
Artist Space Gallery

Portrait Art Competition

Deadline

Aug 19, 2026

1 week from now

We are pleased to announce our fifth Portrait online Art Competition for the month of August 2026. Artists from around the world are encouraged to submit their best works related to the Portrait theme. A portrait may fea...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Publicity

Prize summary: All winning artists will receive a digital award certificate.

EPDA 2026 - European Product Design Award (Student Program)
EPDA 2026 - European Product Design Award (Student Program)

Farmani Group / European Product Design Award

Deadline

Aug 20, 2026

1 week from now

The European Product Design Award (EPDA) enters the final stretch of its 2026 call for entries. Open to students and professionals alike, EPDA has grown into one of the most comprehensive design competitions worldwide. T...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East Open to everyone Prize: Recognition/Award

Prize summary: Prestigious EPDA Trophy, international media exposure, inclusion in the EPDA Book, and a live invitation to the historic Awards Ceremony in Venice, Italy.

Waterscapes Art Competition
Waterscapes Art Competition

Waterscapes Art Competition

Deadline

Aug 27, 2026

2 weeks from now

Megalopolitan Art Gallery invites artists worldwide to submit their work for the upcoming online art exhibition Waterscapes. Eligible subjects include oceans, seas, coastlines, beaches, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, stream...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Publicity

Prize summary: All winning artists will receive a digital award certificate.

Hiiibrand Awards 2026
Hiiibrand Awards 2026

Hiiibrand

Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

2 weeks from now

The Hiiibrand International Brand & Communication Design Awards, also known as the Hiiibrand Awards, are dedicated to spotlighting brand building and design value. Through a worldwide call for entries and a rigorous jury...

Global Bachelor Master Prize: Recognition/Award

Prize summary: 72

Monthly Themed Art Challenges | Free Entry Open Call for Artists
Monthly Themed Art Challenges | Free Entry Open Call for Artists

Ten Moir Gallery

Deadline

Sep 01, 2026

2 weeks from now

Ten Moir Gallery invites artists and photographers worldwide to submit work to our rotating online art challenges. Each challenge is centered around a unique theme and gives artists the opportunity to share meaningful, c...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: Cash awards, curated showcase placement, artist interviews, mini spotlight features, homepage features, social media promotion, newsletter features, digital certificates, and addit

Policy Play
Policy Play

Kautilya School of Public Policy

Deadline

Sep 07, 2026

3 weeks from now

About The Policy Play The Policy Play is an online vlog competition hosted as part of Colloquy 2026, the annual event of Kautilya School of Public Policy. The Policy Play introduces a more engaging and accessible form...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East High school Students Bachelor Master PhD Open to everyone Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: 5000 in each segment

AweSnapp Monthly Art Awards | Free to Enter
AweSnapp Monthly Art Awards | Free to Enter

AweSnapp Art Awards

Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

4 weeks from now

The AweSnapp Monthly Art Awards celebrates exceptional artists from around the world by recognizing creativity, originality, and artistic excellence. Each month, artists of all backgrounds are invited to submit their bes...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Recognition/Award

Prize summary: Selected artists will be featured across the AweSnapp platform, reaching a global audience of collectors, curators, galleries, and fellow artists.

Future Snack Design
Future Snack Design

https://www.desall.com/

Deadline

Sep 17, 2026

1 month from now

Future Snack Design A leading company in the food & beverage sector, in collaboration with Desall, is looking for innovative concepts for a snack, either sweet or savory, aimed at a young consumer audience. The project...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Cash

Prize summary: Award €5000

International Youth Math Challenge 2026
International Youth Math Challenge 2026

Edu.Harbour

Deadline

Sep 27, 2026

1 month from now

Pursue your passion for mathematics with the International Youth Math Challenge (IYMC), an international mathematics competition for high school and university students. As an accessible, research-inspired, and globally...

Global High school Students Bachelor Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: The top achievers in the Final Round receive 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Prizes, awarded globally: 1. Prize Senior: 250 USD, 2. Prize Senior: 175 USD, 3. Prize Senior: 125 USD, 1. Prize Yout

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