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Global competitions accept participants from every country, making them the most accessible and the most competitive student challenges available. They are typically organised by international foundations, United Nations agencies, multinational companies and leading universities seeking diverse perspectives. Because entrants come from all time zones and education systems, winning or placing in a global competition carries significant weight on any CV or graduate application. Filter by category or education level to find international opportunities that match your field and academic stage.

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Waterscapes Art Competition
Waterscapes Art Competition

Waterscapes Art Competition

Deadline

Aug 27, 2026

4 days from now

Megalopolitan Art Gallery invites artists worldwide to submit their work for the upcoming online art exhibition Waterscapes. Eligible subjects include oceans, seas, coastlines, beaches, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, stream...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Publicity

Prize summary: All winning artists will receive a digital award certificate.

Hiiibrand Awards 2026
Hiiibrand Awards 2026

Hiiibrand

Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

1 week from now

The Hiiibrand International Brand & Communication Design Awards, also known as the Hiiibrand Awards, are dedicated to spotlighting brand building and design value. Through a worldwide call for entries and a rigorous jury...

Global Bachelor Master Prize: Recognition/Award

Prize summary: 72

Monthly Themed Art Challenges | Free Entry Open Call for Artists
Monthly Themed Art Challenges | Free Entry Open Call for Artists

Ten Moir Gallery

Deadline

Sep 01, 2026

1 week from now

Ten Moir Gallery invites artists and photographers worldwide to submit work to our rotating online art challenges. Each challenge is centered around a unique theme and gives artists the opportunity to share meaningful, c...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: Cash awards, curated showcase placement, artist interviews, mini spotlight features, homepage features, social media promotion, newsletter features, digital certificates, and addit

Policy Play
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

Monoline Design Awards 2026
Monoline Design Awards 2026

Monoline Design Awards

Deadline

Sep 08, 2026

2 weeks from now

Monoline Design Awards 2026 is an international competition celebrating clear ideas and strong execution across Graphic Design, Illustration, Product Design and a dedicated Student division. Eligible entrants include...

Global High school Students Bachelor Master PhD Open to everyone Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: $300 cash award, digital certificates, editorial recognition and online archive inclusion.

AweSnapp Monthly Art Awards | Free to Enter
AweSnapp Monthly Art Awards | Free to Enter

AweSnapp Art Awards

Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

2 weeks from now

The AweSnapp Monthly Art Awards celebrates exceptional artists from around the world by recognizing creativity, originality, and artistic excellence. Each month, artists of all backgrounds are invited to submit their bes...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Recognition/Award

Prize summary: Selected artists will be featured across the AweSnapp platform, reaching a global audience of collectors, curators, galleries, and fellow artists.

Future Snack Design
Future Snack Design

https://www.desall.com/

Deadline

Sep 17, 2026

3 weeks from now

Future Snack Design A leading company in the food & beverage sector, in collaboration with Desall, is looking for innovative concepts for a snack, either sweet or savory, aimed at a young consumer audience. The project...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Cash

Prize summary: Award €5000

International Youth Math Challenge 2026
International Youth Math Challenge 2026

Edu.Harbour

Deadline

Sep 27, 2026

1 month from now

Pursue your passion for mathematics with the International Youth Math Challenge (IYMC), an international mathematics competition for high school and university students. As an accessible, research-inspired, and globally...

Global High school Students Bachelor Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: The top achievers in the Final Round receive 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Prizes, awarded globally: 1. Prize Senior: 250 USD, 2. Prize Senior: 175 USD, 3. Prize Senior: 125 USD, 1. Prize Yout

NEXT ART AI 2026
NEXT ART AI 2026

HOBAN Cultural Foundation

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

1 month from now

AI ART AWARD "NEXT ART AI" Organized by HOBAN Cultural Foundation, AI ART AWARD "NEXT ART AI" is an international AI art competition exploring new possibilities in creative expression through artificial intelligence. P...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: Awards & Benefits 01. Total Prize KRW 21,000,000 02. Online and Offline Exhibition 03. Online Platform Promotion

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

2026 Call for Entries 「The 30th Busan International Textile Design Competition」
2026 Call for Entries 「The 30th Busan International Textile Design Competition」

Busan Textile & Fashion Industries Association

Deadline

Oct 06, 2026

1 month from now

The 30th Busan International Textile Design Competition | Theme | Open Theme | Eligibility | Open to all applicants who are high school students or older | Application Period | June 1 (Mon) ~ October 6 (Tue), 2026,...

Global High school Students Bachelor Master PhD Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: Grand Prize : KRW 2,000,000 (1 winner) / Top Excellence Award : KRW 1,000,000 (2 winners) Total Prize Money : KRW 7,300,000

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