Future Psych Scholars Competition

An international competition in psychology for high school and undergraduate students that assesses research proposal development and presentation skills. Participants prepare a written research proposal on an assigned topic and submit a 7- to 10-minute recorded presentation. Finalists receive assigned topics and two weeks to prepare their proposals. Awards (Gold, Silver, Bronze) are given to top finalists based on combined proposal and presentation scores.

Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards presented to top 20 finalists (Gold: top 3; Silver: ranks 4–10; Bronze: ranks 11–20).

Open to undergraduate and high school students worldwide; applicants must provide proof of psychology proficiency via one of the listed methods (PARA transcript with grade A or higher, Global Open Challenge transcript, original psychology research paper, or verification letter for QS Top 100 undergraduates).

Register between September 1, 2026 and December 31, 2026 and submit qualifying Transcript ID or files through the system; finalists submit proposals and presentation videos by January 29, 2027.