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Student Competitions in Global

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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Youth Sustainable Investment Challenge (YSIC)
Youth Sustainable Investment Challenge (YSIC)

Youth Entrepreneurship and Finance Association (YEFA)

Deadline

Jul 28, 2026

12 hours from now

Registration for Step 1 closes on June 29. However, participants may still register until July 29, before the midterm, after the first round of trading has concluded. YSIC is a global, ESG-focused portfolio management c...

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

Prize summary: Compete for cash prizes of $500, $300, and $200, plus recommendation letters and SCISS Elite Summer Program benefits valued at $5,500 for the top three teams.

"Infrastructure as a System" : a contest open to all students
"Infrastructure as a System" : a contest open to all students

InfraVision

Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

3 days from now

Following the success of last year’s edition, InfraVision, the Think Tank founded by Vauban and Altermind, is pleased to announce the 2nd edition of its international student competition in 2026. This new competition...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East Bachelor Master PhD Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: €7,000 for first place, €5,000 for second place, and €3,000 for third place.

Radical Innovation Hospitality Product
Radical Innovation Hospitality Product

Radical Innovation

Deadline

Aug 03, 2026

6 days from now

As Radical Innovation celebrates its 20th Anniversary, our mission remains to discover and support ideas that shape the future of hospitality. Entries should showcase an innovative hospitality product that improves hotel...

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

Prize summary: Money, Exposure, Networking, Experience, Award

The LSE Generate Global Innovation Challenge
The LSE Generate Global Innovation Challenge

LSE Generate; Crimson Education

Deadline

Aug 04, 2026

1 week from now

Formally known as Pitch for the Future, the LSE Generate Global Innovation Challenge invites high-school students worldwide to develop solutions to real-world problems through the lens of the UN Sustainable Development G...

Global High school Students Bachelor Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: Win cash prizes upto $1000; alongside internship opportunities with LSE Generate founders

LSE Generate Global Innovation Challenge
LSE Generate Global Innovation Challenge

Crimson Education and LSE Generate

Deadline

Aug 04, 2026

1 week from now

The LSE Generate Global Innovation Challenge (LGIC) is a global, fully virtual innovation and problem-solving competition for high school students (ages 13–18). Hosted in partnership with LSE Generate - the entrepreneur...

Global High school Students Prize: Mixed/Other

Prize summary: Win up to $2,500, gain hands-on experience with LSE Social Enterprise founders, and earn a recognized certificate while building key leadership and strategy skills.

CapCut AI Festival CRE[AI]TE 2026
CapCut AI Festival CRE[AI]TE 2026

CapCut

Deadline

Aug 10, 2026

1 week from now

The canvas is ready. What will you CRE[AI]TE? We are excited to launch CapCut’s 1st AI Festival, a global celebration of original work and the imagination AI makes possible. Submissions are now open through Augus...

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: $10,000

Autodesk Buildathon
Autodesk Buildathon

KnowledgePoint Limited

Deadline

Aug 10, 2026

1 week from now

Join the Autodesk Buildathon on 17 - 18 August, a two-day international online design challenge for students to design for impact, and develop real-world skills used in architecture, construction, and engineering industr...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East Bachelor Master PhD Prize: Trip/Experience

Prize summary: The winning team will be invited to present their project at an Autodesk VIP networking event with all expenses paid.

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

Grid Photo Gallery

Deadline

Aug 15, 2026

2 weeks 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.

Hiiibrand Awards 2026
Hiiibrand Awards 2026

Hiiibrand

Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

1 month 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

1 month 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

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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