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Minds Underground Economics Essay Competition

Run by Minds Underground in partnership with Aseeder

Deadline: 3 April 2026

OnlineOnline (global)2–4 weeks of writingFreeCompetitiveMedium effort

About this opportunity

<p>An international essay competition in economics run by Minds Underground in partnership with Aseeder, aimed at Year 12 students (with younger applicants also welcome). Participants choose one question from a set covering four subfields — mathematical, behavioural, international, and environmental economics — and submit a single essay response.</p><ul><li>Open to students worldwide; especially suited to Year 12 or gap-year applicants, though younger students may enter</li><li>Participants select and respond to one of twelve questions (three per subfield across four subfields)</li><li>Submissions are made online via the competition's entry form</li><li>Entrants may demonstrate critical analysis drawing on theory, data, and policy perspectives</li><li>Optional paid mentoring is available through Minds Underground tutors</li></ul><p>The 2026 submission deadline is 3 April 2026. Full competition guidelines are downloadable from the Minds Underground page.</p>

Who can apply

Students aged 15–18; worldwide; open to Singaporean students

What you get

CertificatePortfolio piece

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by Minds Underground in partnership with Aseeder.

Who can apply?+

Students aged 15–18; worldwide; open to Singaporean students

When's the deadline?+

Applications close on 3 April 2026.

Is it paid?+

Free to apply. No participant fees.

What will I walk away with?+

You can expect certificate and portfolio piece.

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