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Imagine getting on a plane to move to your dream country.  

Or sitting in class on the first day of your dream course.  

The IDP IELTS Future Award is here to help you realise your international study, career or migration goals.   

Let your story shape your future. Share your journey for the chance to win one of eight USD $5000 IDP IELTS Future Award prizes. 

Here’s why you should apply: 

1. Go after your dreams

The IDP IELTS Future Award offers you the chance to turn your dreams into reality. If you win, you’ll receive financial support to help you take the next big step towards your future ambitions, whether that’s completing further study, moving forward with your professional goals or starting a new life in a different country.   

2. Win USD $5,000

You could win one of eight prizes (USD $5,000 each). The winners will be paid through bank transfer and can choose how they spend the prize money. 

3. Easy to enter

We know there’s a lot to do when you’re planning for the next phase of your life, so our application form is quick and easy to complete. Simply answer two written questions (no more than 100 words for each question) and upload a one-minute video about yourself.  

Read more about the award and eligibility.

4. Flexible entry requirements

At IDP, we understand everyone has a different situation. Our IELTS prize is open to both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training test takers. You can apply before or after you take your test. Just make sure you receive your IELTS results between 1 July 2024 and 31 March 2025.   

5. A band 9 isn’t required to win

Go further with your IELTS results. You don’t need to score an IELTS band 9 to win (although if you have, congratulations on your great result!) We’ll choose the successful applicants for the IDP IELTS Future Award based on your future ambitions, your story and your potential. You can learn more about the judging criteria in our FAQs

Build a path to a brighter future and shape the tomorrow you dream of. 

Apply now to win an IDP IELTS Future Award. 

Entries close 31 March 2025.