NEXON's free national programming contest for middle and high school students, relaunched in 2026 as an AI-era strategy programming competition with an online qualifier and a final in Seoul.
Minnesota's state fair for middle- and high-school researchers, held in person April 1, 2027 at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium (St. Paul RiverCentre); top students go to Regeneron ISEF.
Nanyang Technological University Model United Nations (NTUMUN)
The 21st annual Nanyang Technological University Model UN conference, one of the largest in Southeast Asia, with 14 physical and 2 virtual councils including beginner-friendly committees.
Department of Music, Royal Holloway, University of London
An annual composition competition for students aged 15-18, open to any style from classical to songwriting, electronic music and film scoring. All entries receive feedback.
Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland (Rotary GB&I)
Rotary GB&I's creative writing competition: write a story or poem on the theme 'Friendship', progressing from local heats to district finals and a National Final.
An 18-week after-school program in which high school students in New Brunswick start and operate their own business under the mentorship of business professionals.
ファッション甲子園実行委員会 (Fashion Koshien Executive Committee; Hirosaki Chamber of Commerce and Industry)
A national fashion design contest for high school students: teams of two submit design drawings, and up to 32 selected teams make the outfit and present it in a fashion-show final in Hirosaki, Aomori.
Singapore's largest student-run 24-hour hackathon, organised by NUS Hackers: no problem statements and no theme, build whatever you want, with a prize for all-pre-university teams.