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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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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 days ago

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...

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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.

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