Are you looking for a Fully Funded Paid Trip to one of the most beautiful Countries in the World? Switzerland is the Next Destination. Applications are now open for the St. Gallen Global Essay Competition 2026. It is a Global Student Essay competition organized by the International Students’ Committee (ISC). It invites international master’s students, PhD students, Graduates, and postgraduate Students to participate in the Essay Competition, and the winners will be invited to attend the St. Gallen Symposium in Switzerland. The 55th St. Gallen Symposium will run from 6th to 7th May 2026. The Competition is open to applicants from all around the world. There is no application fee, and applicants from any field of study can apply. More details are below.
Details About St. Gallen Global Essay Competition 2026
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Location: University of Gallen
- Summit Dates: 6th to 7th May 2026
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 1st February 2026
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Financial Benefits
The Selected Students for the St. Gallen Global Essay Competition in Switzerland will receive:
- Travel Tickets
- Accommodation
- Food
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Topic Question
Disruption in Tech + Politics + Demography: What happens when they collide? Pick a case where at least two of these forces meet, and propose a bold idea to maximize the benefits while minimizing the risks over the long term.
Essay Requirements
- Essay (max. 2,100 words).
- Must be in English.
- All Essays will be tested for plagiarism.
- Only individual submissions are allowed.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants from all over the world are eligible to apply.
- Enrolled in a graduate or postgraduate program (Master’s degree or higher).
- Students from any field of study can apply.
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Required Documents
- Copy of passport or other identification
- Official university document confirming enrollment.
- Contribution File.
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How to Apply for the St. Gallen Global Essay Competition 2026?
Applicants have to apply and submit the essay before the application deadline. Please follow the instructions. Applicants can submit their essays from the official website. The Link is below. For more Student Competition Programs, kindly check our Competition Category.
APPLY FOR THE GLOBAL ESSAY COMPETITION SWITZERLAND
