International Geography Olympiad (iGeo)

The International Geography Olympiad (iGeo) is a world-level competition that brings together top high school geography students from around the globe. Participants qualify through their national selection process, which typically involves written tests, fieldwork-style tasks, and problem-solving activities. Those selected for their national team attend the annual international finals, where they complete exams, fieldwork exercises, and multimedia tests that assess their understanding of physical and human geography, spatial thinking, and real-world environmental and social issues.

This program is well suited for students who are deeply interested in geography, environmental studies, urban planning, international development, or related fields, and who enjoy analytical thinking and working with maps, data, and case studies. iGeo participation can strengthen college applications by demonstrating advanced academic achievement, research and fieldwork skills, and the ability to perform under rigorous international standards. It also offers opportunities to:

• Engage with current global challenges and sustainability topics
• Interact with peers, teachers, and experts from many countries
• Experience an international academic environment and cultural exchange

Students looking to explore geography beyond the classroom and potentially pursue geography-related majors or careers should consider preparing for and entering their national geography olympiad pathways that lead to iGeo. More information is available on the official website: https://geoolympiad.org/.

How much does International Geography Olympiad (iGeo) cost?

We have not verified what International Geography Olympiad (iGeo) costs. Our catalog holds no confirmed price for it, and an unpriced entry means exactly that — unpriced, not free. Check the official site before assuming either way.

What is the application deadline for International Geography Olympiad (iGeo)?

Our catalog holds May 1, 2027, carried over from International Geography Olympiad (iGeo)'s previous cycle, and we have not found that date on the program's own page — so treat it as a placeholder, not a deadline, and confirm it at https://geoolympiad.org/.

Who is eligible for International Geography Olympiad (iGeo)?

Our catalog has International Geography Olympiad (iGeo) open to high school students in grades 9–12, unconfirmed against the program's own page — check it before you rule yourself in or out, since eligibility is often narrower than a grade range suggests (age floors, "must have completed" rules, enrolment status).

Is International Geography Olympiad (iGeo) online or in person?

International Geography Olympiad (iGeo) is a hybrid program with both online and in-person components.

How do I apply to International Geography Olympiad (iGeo)?

Apply directly through International Geography Olympiad (iGeo)'s official website. ExtracurricularHub links to the official application — we list and verify programs but don't process applications.