International Competition

DECA International Career Development Conference ICDC

Business, Economics and Finance / Aralia

The DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) brings together thousands of high school and college students to compete in business-focused events across areas like marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship. This event emphasizes skill-building, networking, and leadership development with competitions judged by industry professionals. Participants must qualify through regional or state events, and submissions vary by category, typically including role-play scenarios, written reports, and presentations.

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London Institute of Banking and Finance (LIBF) Global Financial Challenge

Business, Economics and Finance / Aralia

The LIBF Global Financial Challenge, hosted by Seedasdan, is designed for high school students interested in finance. Participants can compete individually or in teams to showcase financial literacy and analytical skills. The event evaluates contestants through financial knowledge tests and case studies, allowing for online or in-person submissions.

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Social Justice Awards

Multidisciplinary / Aralia

The Social Justice Awards competition focuses on encouraging youth to explore themes related to social justice, equity, and activism through creative submissions. It is open to high school students worldwide, accepting essays, videos, and artwork that address current social justice issues.

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IOL International Linguistics Olympiad

World Language / Aralia

The International Linguistics Olympiad (IOL) is an annual competition for secondary school students, focusing on linguistics through puzzles and problem-solving challenges. Established in 2003, it promotes creativity and understanding of diverse cultures and languages. The latest IOL was held in Brasília, Brazil, in July 2024, with 206 participants from 38 countries. The next competition will take place in Taipei, Taiwan, in July 2025. No prior linguistics knowledge is necessary to participate.

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William Faulkner – William Wisdom Creative Writing Competition

Writing / Aralia

The William Faulkner – William Wisdom Creative Writing Competition, organized by The Pirate’s Alley Society, Inc., aims to discover and support talented writers. Open to previously unpublished work, the competition features nine categories, including Novel, Short Story, and Poetry.

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IPO International Philosophy Olympiad

Philosophy / Aralia

The International Philosophy Olympiad invites high school students from around the world to explore philosophical topics. Participants write essays based on prompts, which are evaluated by a panel of judges. The competition promotes critical thinking and encourages students to engage with philosophical ideas.

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New York Times Coming of Age Multimedia Contest

Multidisciplinary / Aralia

The New York Times Coming of Age Multimedia Contest invites teenagers to document, reflect on, and express their experiences growing up during this pivotal political moment. Students can submit work in any medium, such as writing, visual art, audio, or video, that explores your political identity, values, and experiences.

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New York Times Informational Writing Contest

Writing / Aralia

Inspired by The New York Times Magazine’s Tip column, in the New York Times Informational Writing Contest. students are asked to write a concise how-to essay that explains a task in 400 words or fewer. They will also need to interview an expert on their chosen topic, making the piece both informative and trustworthy.

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