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Education competitions invite students to rethink pedagogy, develop learning tools and propose systemic reforms. NGOs, ministries of education and ed-tech companies sponsor challenges that seek fresh perspectives from people still inside the education system. Prizes include pilot funding, media coverage and partnerships with schools and universities globally. These competitions suit students in education, psychology, social work and related fields who want to demonstrate applied impact alongside theoretical knowledge.

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Policy Play

Kautilya School of Public Policy

Deadline

Sep 07, 2026

2 weeks from now

About The Policy Play The Policy Play is an online vlog competition hosted as part of Colloquy 2026, the annual event of Kautilya School of Public Policy. The Policy Play introduces a more engaging and accessible form...

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: 5000 in each segment

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Tech & Engineering Business Education

Harvard Student Agencies Case Competition

Harvard Student Agencies

Deadline

Oct 17, 2026

1 month from now

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 Prize: Mixed/Other

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

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Tech & Engineering Business Education Mathematics

Youth Sustainable Investment Challenge 2026

Youth Entrepreneurship and Finance Association

Deadline

Aug 17, 2026

5 days ago

The Youth Sustainability Investment Challenge (YSIC) is a global youth investment challenge organized by the Youth Entrepreneurship and finance association. Focused on real-world investment decision-making, ESG awarenes...

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

Prize summary: $500 for 1st, $300 for 2nd, $200 for 3rd. Top 3: Recommendation letter plus SCISS Elite Summer Program benefit valued at $5,500.

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Arts/Photography Tech & Engineering Design Business Architecture Fashion Education Health

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...

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.

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