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Student Competitions in Middle East

The Middle East is investing substantially in student competition infrastructure as part of broader knowledge economy strategies in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Jordan. Innovation competitions, entrepreneurship challenges, design awards and science fairs are now backed by sovereign wealth funds, government initiatives and international universities with regional campuses. Prize values in this region can be among the highest globally, and competitions often include introductions to decision-makers in rapidly growing industries. Both regional students and international applicants working on relevant topics are encouraged to apply.

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Arts/Photography, Business, Education, Law, Social sciences

Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition

by Crimson Education

The Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition (HCGEC) 2027 gives students aged 10–18 a global stage for their ideas. Since 2021, more than 29,000 students from 140+ countries have taken part, making it one of the world’s...

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

Deadline

Feb 10, 2027

in 3 months

Prize · Mixed/Other

Up to US$8,000 in e-gift cards, up to US$8,000 in Crimson credits, and a free place on The Harvard Crimson Summer Journalism Course.

Tech & Engineering, Business, Education

Harvard Student Agencies Case Competition

by Harvard Student Agencies

The cheapest components in Apple’s devices - storage and RAM - have suddenly become the most expensive. Should they raise prices and add value, quietly cut hardware quality to save margins, or absorb the cost to keep use...

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

Deadline

Oct 17, 2026

closed 5 days ago

Prize · Mixed/Other

Six awards totalling over $13,600 in cash and Ladder Internships scholarships. Every student who submits receives a certificate.

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Arts/Photography 68 Tech & Engineering 43 Design 57 Business 37 Architecture 30 Fashion 17 Natural sciences 26 Education 36 Health 18 Law 9 Mathematics 15 Social sciences 26

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