The IDP IELTS Future Award is designed to make a meaningful impact on your journey by providing financial support to help you take the next big step toward your future ambitions. Don’t just imagine the possibilities – seize them!
Application Deadline
- 2 October 2026 (23:59 local time of residence)
- Winners notified by 13 November 2026
Tell Me About The Award
The IDP IELTS Future Award celebrates the ambitions of IELTS test takers worldwide. It provides six awards of USD $5,000 each to support individuals in achieving their study, career, or migration goals. Applicants share their personal story about what achieving their IELTS score means to them and how the award would help shape their future.
Which IELTS Types are Eligible
- IELTS Academic
- IELTS General Training
Type
- Merit Award | Competition | Global | IELTS Test Takers
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Be current or future IDP IELTS test takers.
- Take either IELTS Academic or General Training.
- Submit written responses and a one‑minute video.
How Are Winners Selected
- Based on clarity, authenticity, and impact of personal story.
- Judges assess how applicants connect their IELTS goals with their future ambitions.
Which Countries are Eligible
- Global – open to all IDP IELTS test takers worldwide.
Where Will the Award Be Taken
- Funds awarded directly to winners; usable toward study, relocation, or career goals.
How Many Winners
- Six awardees selected globally.
What is the Benefit of the Award
- USD $5,000 each (six awards).
- Recognition of ambition and achievement.
- Support for education, migration, or career development.
How Long Will the Award Last
- One‑time financial award (not renewable).
Required Documents
- Personal information (via IDP IELTS Future Award platform).
- Two short written responses.
- One‑minute video explaining ambitions and impact of award.
How to Apply
- Create an account on the IDP IELTS Future Award platform.
- Fill in personal information and accept terms.
- Answer two short written questions.
- Record and upload a one‑minute video.
- Submit by 2 October 2026.
🌐 Visit the application webpage for details
