The Award of Excellence for Internationalization recognizes higher education institutions demonstrating impactful and sustainable internationalization strategies, innovative approaches, and global leadership. Selection criteria include the evaluation of the institution's internationalization strategy, institutional projects supporting internationalization, measurable impact and sustainability, strategic partnerships, and the cultivation of an inclusive institutional culture.

The Award of Excellence for Digital Transformation celebrates universities and colleges implementing transformative digital initiatives that enhance student-centric learning, operational efficiency, and technological innovation. Criteria for selection emphasize the integration of digital transformation into institutional strategy, adoption of technologies to enhance student experiences, effective implementation and results of digital initiatives, and efforts to foster an organizational culture that supports ongoing digital innovation.