SwitzerlandMaster113 days leftFully FundedSt. Gallen Symposium Global Ideas Competition 2027 (CHF 20,000 + Funded Trip)
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The Global Ideas Competition of the St. Gallen Symposium invites master’s and postgraduate students born in 1997 or later to answer the 2027 question “What could we solve if we could agree?” with an anonymous Solution Brief of up to 1,000 words and a three-minute video explainer in English. The three best ideas share CHF 20,000, and the top 100 entrants become “Leaders of Tomorrow” with expenses-paid participation (travel, board and lodging) in the 56th St. Gallen Symposium in Switzerland on 27–29 April 2027. Individual entries only; the deadline is 1 February 2027 (23:59, UTC-12).
Funding Benefits & Coverage
2 BenefitsCHF 20,000 prize
Shared among the three best ideas.
Funded trip to the Symposium
Top 100 attend the 56th St. Gallen Symposium with travel, board and lodging covered.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
3 CriteriaRequired Documents
3 DocsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
It takes place in St. Gallen, from April 27, 2027 to April 29, 2027.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: CHF 20,000 prize, Funded trip to the Symposium.
Eligible levels: Master.
The latest deadline we have is February 1, 2027. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Solution Brief (≤1,000 words, anonymous), 3-minute video explainer, Proof of enrolment.
Apply directly on the official website: https://symposium.org/initiatives/global-ideas-competition/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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Available Majors
Open to all fields of study
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