Imagine Cup
Dream it. Build it. Live it.
Make an impact through coding, collaboration, and competition. Innovate with passion to tackle global issues and bring your idea to life in the Imagine Cup.
Why you should enter
The 19th annual Imagine Cup is more than just a competition for students—you can work with friends (and make new ones!), network with professionals, gain new skills, make a difference in the world, and have the chance to win great prizes.
2M+
Student competitors
100+
Countries
You could win
Mentorship from Microsoft experts
Networking with industry pros
The chance to showcase your idea
Cash to continue taking your project to the next level
Event Schedule
- 01Registration + SubmissionNow – January 2021
- 02Online SemifinalsFebruary 2021
- 03World FinalsMarch 2021
- 04World ChampionshipDate TBA
Event Schedule

Get Inspired
Learn about past competitors’ journeys through the competition and find resources to get started.