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Student Competitions in North America

North America anchors some of the world's most prestigious student competitions in business, technology, science and design. Ivy League case competitions, Silicon Valley startup challenges, NASA student research grants and New York fashion competitions draw entries from students globally. Many are open to international students studying in the United States and Canada, and some specifically encourage applications from outside North America to strengthen the diversity of ideas. Prize pools frequently include internship placements, venture funding referrals and direct industry mentorship.

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Radical Innovation Hospitality Product
Radical Innovation Hospitality Product

Radical Innovation

Deadline

Aug 03, 2026

16 hours 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

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.

Win a Solo Exhibition in September + an Exclusive Interview
Win a Solo Exhibition in September + an Exclusive Interview

All About Photo

Deadline

Aug 11, 2026

1 week from now

Maximize Your Exposure: Enter the Solo Exhibition Competition for a Month-Long Online Showcase At All About Photo, we celebrate extraordinary photography that inspires, transforms, and connects with us on a deeper level...

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

Prize summary: Online Exhibition, Exposure, Interview

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

Grid Photo Gallery

Deadline

Aug 15, 2026

1 week 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.

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

2 weeks 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.

Student Kitchen Design
Student Kitchen Design

CasaLux

Deadline

Aug 28, 2026

3 weeks from now

The CasaLux Student Kitchen Design Competition invites Interior Design students from across the United States to design a complete kitchen concept using real products from leading industry partners. Our primary sponsor i...

North America High school Students Bachelor Prize: Mixed/Other

Prize summary: $1000 , exposure, Winning design will be built and presented in multiple shows

Global Youth Design Challenge (GYDC)
Global Youth Design Challenge (GYDC)

BCAF-Eastern Heritage Art Fund & rams foundation(Germany)

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

1 month from now

The initiative is jointly presented by the Eastern Heritage Art Fund, established by the Beijing Contemporary Art Foundation (BCAF) and Pechoin, together with the Rams Foundation in Germany. The challenge aims to support...

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

Prize summary: 30300USD

Creative Communication Award (C2A) 2026
Creative Communication Award (C2A) 2026

Farmani Group

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

1 month from now

The Creative Communication Award (C2A) 2026 is an international competition recognizing excellence in communication design, advertising, digital media, photography, packaging, branding, and visual communication. Open...

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

Prize summary: Winner certificate, winner badge, international recognition, publication, and media exposure

UIA-HYP CUP 2026 International Student Competition in Architectural Design
UIA-HYP CUP 2026 International Student Competition in Architectural Design

Organized by the School of Architecture, Tianjin University and Urban Environment Design (UED) Magazine. Endorsed by the Union Internationale des Architectes (UIA).

Deadline

Oct 10, 2026

2 months from now

The UIA-HYP CUP 2026 International Student Competition in Architectural Design is now open for entries. Now in its 15th consecutive edition, the competition is the only UIA-endorsed international student architecture com...

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

Prize summary: Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes, plus honorable mentions and certificates.

Call for ideas Radicepura Garden Festival VI Edition | Gardens of hope Cultivating Coexistence
Call for ideas Radicepura Garden Festival VI Edition | Gardens of hope Cultivating Coexistence

Radicepura Garden Festival

Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

2 months from now

The Radicepura Garden Festival, since it started in 2017, it is the first major international event intended to promote the culture of Mediterranean gardens, involving the main players of landscaping, art & architecture,...

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

Prize summary: The 8 winning projects will be realized in the Radicepura Horticultural Park

The Nature Photography Contest 2026
The Nature Photography Contest 2026

The Nature Photography Contest

Deadline

Nov 15, 2026

3 months from now

Do you want to share with the world the wonders of the planet and contribute to its protection? Then don’t miss the opportunity to participate in The Nature Photography Contest, an international photography contest for p...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East Open to everyone Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: €2000 in cash prizes and others

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