Thanks to the cooperation between the BEST Foundation and the University of Food Technologies Plovdiv, top-ranked varsity competitors (11th and 12th grade) awarded 1st and 2nd place in all categories during all regional tournaments for the 2025-2026 academic year will be awarded a grade of 6.00 and 5.95 for the university’s entrance exam when applying to all majors in English or those with foreign language training. The certificates will be valid for enrollment for the 2026-2027 academic year for students 12th grade and for the 2027-2028 year for students in 11th grade. For up-to-date information on application and bachelor’s programs, click here.