Applications are currently being accepted for the St. Gallen Symposium Global Ideas Competition 2027 in Switzerland. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About St. Gallen Symposium Global Ideas Competition
The St. Gallen Symposium Global Ideas Competition 2027 is an international ideas and essay competition organized by the International Students’ Committee (ISC) at the University of St. Gallen (HSG), Switzerland. It gives students and young professionals the opportunity to submit original ideas on a globally important issue.
Benefits of St. Gallen Symposium Global Ideas Competition
If you are selected as a Leader of Tomorrow, your funding package for the symposium includes:
- Fully covered travel expenses (flights or train tickets booked by the ISC)
- Free accommodation at private student flats across the city
- Covered board (meals) during the symposium week
- A free ticket for public transport in St. Gallen for the week
- Shuttle service from and to the airport
- The top 3 ideas will share a total prize fund of CHF 20,000 and present on the main stage
Note: You are responsible for any visa application expenses, though the committee will provide necessary documents. It is recommended to bring CHF 100–200 in pocket money.
St. Gallen Symposium Global Ideas Competition Requirements
To be eligible for the St. Gallen Global Ideas Competition, you must meet all of the following requirements:
Academic Requirements:
- You must be enrolled in a graduate or postgraduate programme (master level or higher) in any field of study.
- You must be enrolled at a regular university (an institution that conducts research and offers at least one PhD programme) as of 1 February 2027.
- Exception: Bachelor’s students do not generally meet criteria, but if the level of study in your current year is equivalent to international graduate level (e.g., 4th year Bachelor with honours), you may apply if confirmed in writing by your university.
Age & Nationality
- You must be born in 1997 or later.
- The competition is open globally to all nationalities.
Application Date and Process
If you are interested in applying for the St. Gallen Global Ideas Competition, follow these steps carefully:
- Download the official Solution Brief Template from the St. Gallen Symposium website and watch the instruction video.
- Write your 1,000-word Solution Brief, strictly adhering to the anonymity rules (do not include your name or institution) and declaring any AI use in the references.
- Record your 3-minute Video Explainer pitching your idea clearly and confidently.
- Gather your passport copy and proof of university enrolment.
- Submit all documents through the official online application portal before 1 February 2027.
Application Deadline
01 February, 2027
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