Oklahoma State University Honors College — Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS)
The Great Plains regional Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, hosted by Oklahoma State University Honors College: high school students present original STEM research and compete for scholarships and recognition; no cost to register or take part.
The Kentucky state final of Poetry Out Loud, the national poetry recitation contest for high-school students; the state champion goes on to the National Finals in Washington, DC (April 26–28, 2027).
Newcastle University supported entry route for Year 13 applicants with a lower offer of up to three A-level grades and a compulsory free Academic Summer School. The PARTNERS application deadline for most courses is 29 January 2027.
The Japan round of the FAI international young artists' aviation painting contest: children and teenagers living in Japan paint an A3 picture on the theme 'My first International Day of Air Sports', and the top Japanese works go on to the international contest.
Longwood University — Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS)
The Virginia regional Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, administered by Longwood University: high-school students present original STEM research and compete for scholarships and recognition, with no cost to take part.
A 10-week, full-time translational research internship in the Texas Medical Center for high-school juniors and seniors, ending with a poster symposium.
Teach Democracy (formerly Constitutional Rights Foundation)
The 46th annual California Mock Trial Competition: high-school teams argue a fictional case in county competitions, with county champions advancing to the state finals.
A £500 scholarship for female applicants to Mathematics or Physics courses at Aberystwyth who show academic promise and a passion for increasing the involvement of women in these subjects. Applications for 2027 entry close on 30 January 2027.
Capital University — Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS)
The Ohio regional Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, hosted by Capital University: high school students present original STEM research and compete for scholarships and recognition; no cost to register or take part.