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Mathematics competitions test analytical depth, creative problem-solving and the ability to construct rigorous proofs under time pressure. They range from individual proof-based challenges to team data science competitions with industry datasets and real prediction targets. Research institutions, finance firms and technology companies sponsor these events because strong mathematical reasoning is rare and immediately valuable. Participation builds the kind of demonstrable problem-solving record that opens doors to quant finance, academic research positions and doctoral programme funding.

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Global Sustainability Challenge

by Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, Technical University of Munich, IIT Bombay, Zhejiang University, Hong Kong UST, UNESP Brazil, YGA

The Global Sustainability Challenge, brought to you by the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability and leading institutions worldwide, invites university students to develop bold solutions in Sustainable Energy and Adapt...

Global, Europe, Asia, North America, South America, Africa, Oceania, Middle East · Bachelor, Master, PhD

Deadline

Nov 22, 2026

in 1 month

Prize · Cash Prize

Cash Prizes, Global visibility and recognition, Invitation to Stanford EcoGlobal program

Mathematics

International Logic Olympiad by Nrichminds

by Nrichminds Technologies

The International Logic Olympiad (ILO) by Nrichminds challenges school students to demonstrate their logical reasoning, analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Through puzzles and cognitive challenges, partici...

Global · High school Students

Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

in 1 month

Prize · Mixed/Other

$500 (1st), $300 (2nd), $150 (3rd) for each Division. Distributed as Amazon Gift Cards (or other digital means where Amazon is not available).

Tech & Engineering, Business, Natural sciences, Education, Health, Law, Mathematics, Social sciences

Lumiere Scholars Essay Award

by Lumiere Education

The Lumiere Scholars Essay Award is open to high school students (grades 9 to 12) worldwide. Winners receive up to $11,000 in cash prizes and scholarships to do independent research with a PhD mentor. Top students are...

Global, Europe, Asia, North America, Oceania, Middle East · High school Students

Deadline

Dec 20, 2026

in 1 month

Prize · Mixed/Other

Up to $11,000 in cash prizes and scholarships + a dinner at Oxford University with 2 Nobel Laureates

Arts/Photography, Tech & Engineering, Design, Business, Architecture, Fashion, Natural sciences, Education, Health, Law, Mathematics, Social sciences

Families4Families Exceptional Changemaker Award

by Families4Families

The Exceptional Changemaker Award recognizes students who help expand Families4Families’ impact by connecting us with new student-led service clubs. Students have the opportunity to earn $2,500 or $1,000 in educational f...

North America · High school Students, Bachelor

Deadline

Mar 1, 2027

in 4 months

Prize · Recognition/Award

The student whose referrals result in the most active new clubs will receive $2,500 in educational funding, and the runner-up will receive $1,000.

Tech & Engineering, Design, Business, Mathematics, Social sciences

Harvard Crimson Global Case Competition 2026

by The Harvard Crimson, Crimson Education, The Oxbridge Summer Scholars

Are you a high-school student looking to elevate your college profile? Join the Harvard Crimson Global Case Competition 2026 and delve into real-world business challenges by tackling business problems that popular compan...

Global · High school Students

Deadline

Oct 14, 2026

closed 1 week ago

Prize · Cash Prize

Win cash prizes up to US$1500, Gain work experience at a Fortune 500 company, Win Crimson mentorship credit up to US$2000, Win mentorship sessions with experts

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