The St. Gallen Symposium Global Essay Competition 2026 is currently accepting applications. Therefore, candidates who want to apply are urged to click this link.
About St. Gallen Symposium Global Essay Competition
Opportunity Details
The St. Gallen Symposium Global Essay Competition is an international contest that invites graduate and postgraduate students to submit bold, original essays on a major global theme.
Benefits of St. Gallen Symposium Global Essay Competition
- Win Prize money of CHF 20,000 split amongst the three winners.
St. Gallen Symposium Global Essay Competition Requirements
- Enrolled in a graduate or postgraduate programme (master level or higher) in any field of study at a regular university
- Born in 1996 or later
- individual work expected, no group work allowed. The essay must be written exclusively for this contest. The idea must be the author's own.
Application Date and Process
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Proper citation of all sources and aids used (including AI tools, proofreading, translation services, etc.).
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Mandatory documents:
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Passport or valid ID (in English if non-Roman script).
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Proof of enrollment as of February 1, 2026.
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Essay file with no personal identifiers.
Application Deadline
01 February, 2026
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