APPLICATION PROCESS
APPLICATIONS OPEN IN JUNE
+ Any student 18 years of age or under, irrespective of category of achievement can apply for Crimson’s 18u18. The sky’s the limit!
+ We encourage all students to view the application questions here and start working on them without having to submit their application form immediately.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE IN SEPTEMBER
+ All participants must submit the application form provided on the website by this due date
+While we try to be accommodative of all our participants, no late entries will be accepted. For any questions regarding the application, kindly email info@18u18.org.
+ The application form is the first step and serves as an Assessment. If you pass that assessment, you’ll be expected to pitch your achievement on video for the final stage. Our team will email the required details to those who proceed to the final stage. Based on these two submissions, the winners will be decided.
+ Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis, and participants proceeding to the next round will receive notification within 10 days of their submission.
VIDEO PITCH
+ All participants moving on to the next round will receive an email from the 18U18 team within 10 days of submitting their written application.
+Finalists will be required to submit a video pitch for which all details (requirement, why we require a video pitch, dates, deadlines) will be communicated via email by the 18U18 team.
EVALUATION AND DELIBERATION
Following the application deadline, a rigorous evaluation process commences that ensures fair assessment. A distinguished panel of Forbes 30u30 winners, industry experts, and leaders will meticulously review each application based on the following criteria:
+Achievement & Impact
+Innovation & Creativity
+Leadership & Initiative
+Passion & Dedication
+Resilience & Overcoming Challenges
+Sustainability & Future Vision
+Skill Development & Learning
+Demonstration of 18 under 18 spirit
+Quality of Application
RESULTS ANNOUNCEMENT IN NOVEMBER
+ The results will be announced in November, 2025 via email, 18u18 website, news articles, and blogs.
+ Crimson 18 Under 18 stands as a platform that honors and uplifts young visionaries. Even if your name isn't listed among the selected winners, your potential shines brightly. Every participant who successfully advances through the assessment stage will be awarded a certificate by Crimson Education. This certificate serves as a testament to your brilliance, acknowledging your accomplishment and attesting to your qualification for the esteemed Crimson 18 Under 18 competition.
APPLICATIONS OPEN IN JUNE