Contest Scholarships for International Students 2025 - 2026

The United Organization for Education and Sports Development, in partnership with the Maurice Akueme Foundation, presents the 12th edition of the National Debating Championship for Schools in Nigeria.

The 2025 Peter Drucker Challenge Essay Contest is now open for applications! This prestigious contest, dedicated to the late social philosopher Charles Handy, offers young professionals and students a chance to showcase their ideas on management, leadership, and innovation. Winners will receive a fully funded trip to the 17th Global Peter Drucker Forum in Vienna, Austria, and a cash prize of €2,000.

Applications are open for the Paul Farmer Lectureship and Award for Global Health Equity 2025. To honour the legacy of Dr. Paul Farmer, the McGill School of Population and Global Health (SPGH) established the Paul Farmer Lectureship and Award for Global Health Equity in 2024 to be given annually to an individual who models and demonstrates Paul's vision of a 'preferential option for the poor' to achieve equity in health.

Applications are now open for the 2025 Universal Postal Union (UPU) International Letter-Writing Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

Applications for the IMF Youth Challenge in Economics 2025 are ongoing. This competition aims to encourage innovative thinking and provide a platform for young economists to contribute to the policy dialogue in the MENA region.

Applications are open for the Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.