BDC Challenge 2026
The BDC challenge is a competition designed for eighth grade students who aspire to obtain a scholarship to attend the BDC international high school.
During the competition, students will present their idea to solve a global problem. The kids will participate in a real pitch competition with a commission of high-level judges. The two winners will receive a full-ride scholarship to attend BDC high school.
The Competition
​Four scholarships. Four campuses. One opportunity.
The 3rd edition of the BDC School Challenge will award No. 4 full scholarships, each covering 100% of the tuition fees for the entire duration of the BDC High School programs, starting from the 2026/27 school year.
Each scholarship corresponds to one of the high schools within the BDC School group:
1 scholarship for the BDC International High School in Milan (4-year program);
1 scholarship for the BDC Applied Sciences High School in Cologno Monzese
(5-year program);
1 scholarship for the IB High School at International School Rimini
(4-year program);
1 scholarship for the BDC Cambridge Online High School (4-year program).
Every scholarship covers the full duration of the study path, offering selected students the opportunity to access an internationally recognized education.
How to join and select participants
Students interested in participating in the BDC Challenge will submit their application by developing a personal project that addresses one or more contemporary social issues.
The goal is not only to identify a problem, but to demonstrate the ability
to analyze it, manage it, and propose concrete, innovative, and sustainable solutions.
Candidates will be invited to:
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critically observe today’s reality,
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identify a socially relevant issue,
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propose an idea or project capable of generating a positive impact on the community.
The BDC Challenge rewards not only talent and vision, but also the willingness
to contribute to real change.