ITS Contest 2025

ITS Contest finalists receive financial support and join a network of peers and industry experts that provide mentoring and career opportunities.

At the core of the ITS Contest experience lies a residency in Italy - an invaluable opportunity to learn new skills and make lifelong friendships at the crossroads of Europe.

How to Apply

It's official! Applications for the next edition of the ITS Contest are now open.

Start yours by clicking the button below, but first, take a minute to familiarise yourself with our entry requirements. You have until September 30th, 2024, to finalise and submit your application.

If you need advice or assistance, feel free to write to schools-contestants@itsweb.org, and we’ll be happy to help.

ITS Contest 2025 Timeline

Here are the key dates of the next edition. Don't forget to mark them in your diary!

July

Entry requirements published

Your application checklist is online.

July

September 2nd

ITS Contest 2025 launches

Register now to begin your online application process.

September 2nd

September 30th

Deadline for applications

Don't forget to submit your entry.

September 30th

Early October

Shortlisting

The top 100 digital submissions are selected.

Early October

Mid October

Portfolio submissions

The 100 selected applicants are invited to send their physical portfolios to the ITS Contest headquarters in Trieste.

Mid October

Mid November

Pre-selections

The ITS Contest Jury shortlists the top 10 designers.

Mid November

March 9th - 22nd

The Residency
and Final Event

The ten designers arrive in Trieste for a 10-day creative residency. The final event celebrates their talent and inaugurates the ITS Arcademy exhibition dedicated to them.

March 9th - 22nd

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