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Student Design Competition + Challenge Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about eligibility, competition briefs, submissions, judging, deadlines, and more.

Each PAVE Student Design Competition or Challenge has its own brief, eligibility requirements, deadlines, and submission materials. Always review the individual competition page and official design brief before beginning your submission.

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Below, you’ll find answers to questions that commonly apply across PAVE competitions and challenges.

Before You Submit​

Competition requirements vary. Before submitting, confirm that you have reviewed:

  • The complete competition page

  • The official design brief

  • Eligibility requirements

  • Required submission materials

  • File format and size requirements

  • The submission deadline and time zone

Still Have Questions?​

If your question isn't answered here or in the competition materials, we're happy to help. Before reaching out, please review the complete competition page and design brief, as many project-specific questions are addressed there.

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Questions about an active competition should be submitted to PAVE rather than directly to the competition sponsor unless otherwise noted.

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