Application and selection

 

CRUSH 2026 is a hybrid sustainability business-idea competition organised by WSB University and supported by NAWA – Welcome to Poland.

Format and language

  • 3 online workshop days + 4 onsite workshop days at WSB University
  • Programme conducted entirely in English

Costs and funding

  • No participation fee (free of charge for qualified participants)
  • First 30 accepted participants may receive funding for accommodation, meals and additional activities
  • Accommodation and meals funding applies only to participants living outside the Silesian Metropolitan Area (GZM)
  • Up to 10 extra places: free participation, but without accommodation/meals funding
  • Travel/visa/insurance are covered by participants

Who can apply

  • Current student (Polish or international)
  • English level sufficient for teamwork and pitching (B2 recommended)
  • Available for the full programme and the mandatory interview (2–3 March or 11–12 March)
  • Acceptance of the rules

How we select

  • Selection is holistic, based on motivation, teamwork readiness, relevance to sustainability/SDG challenges, English working ability, and a balanced cohort mix. Decisions may include acceptance or reserve list.

Updates

  • All updates will be posted here and emailed to registered candidates:
    https://wsb.edu.pl/en/university/creative-university-sustainability-hub-2026/announcements