Euro Challenge

Competition · European Union Center network (hosted by university European studies centers, sponsored by the EU Delegation to the United States)

Teams of at least 3 students (plus a faculty advisor) research the European Union and the euro, choose a eurozone member country, and present an economic problem and policy response to a judging panel. It's open to 9th and 10th graders generally; Title I schools (50%+ of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch) may also enter 11th and 12th graders. Schools can field up to two teams. Registration for the 2027 cycle opens August 2026, with team prep and regional rounds running January-April 2027.

Who can apply

GradesGrades 9–12

Min GPA—

ScopeNational

StatesAll states

FieldsEconomics · European Studies

EligibilityOpen to 9th-10th graders at any school; 11th-12th graders may enter only at Title I schools (50%+ of students eligible for free/reduced-price lunch).

Logistics

Cost to youNo entry fee published

Financial aidNot listed

StipendNot listed

FormatVaries

LengthSchool registration Aug-Dec; team prep and regional rounds Jan-April 2027

WhereRegional rounds vary; 2027 national semifinal/final at TD Bank in New York City

Applying

OpensAugust 2026 (school registration opens)

DueTeam registration follows in January-February 2027, ahead of spring regional rounds

You submitA faculty advisor registers the school (Aug-Dec), then a team of at least 3 students (grades 9-10, or 11-12 at qualifying Title I schools) registers in Jan-Feb and prepares a presentation for a regional round.

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