Work 1-on-1 with a PhD researcher from a top university to design and complete an independent research project with optional support for academic journal submission.
The Edify Research & Publication Program pairs high school students with PhD-level mentors for a rigorous, personalized research experience across STEM, humanities, and social sciences.
Work directly with a PhD candidate or professor from a top university, matched to your research interests.
Produce a college-level research paper on a topic you design — with structured guidance at every stage.
Premium tracks include up to 3 rounds of submission to selective high school and college-level journals.
From biology and neuroscience to economics, law, philosophy, and beyond — or customize your own topic.
Program completers are eligible for 3 post-baccalaureate credits and a digital transcript from UCSD Extended Studies.
Present your research at a virtual graduation ceremony alongside fellow scholars from around the world.
All tracks include 1-on-1 mentorship and a completed research paper. Select the depth and duration that fits your goals.
12 weeks · 1-on-1 with PhD mentor
+ $200 refundable deposit
16–20 weeks · 1-on-1 with PhD mentor
+ $200 refundable deposit
6–12 months · 1-on-1 with PhD mentor
+ $200 refundable deposit
Need-based scholarships are available for the Independent Research track for families earning under $80,000/year (US) or $20,000/year (international). Select the financial aid option in the application to be considered.
A structured, mentor-guided process from topic discovery to completed paper — with ongoing Edify counselor support throughout.
Your matched PhD mentor helps you explore research directions and identify an area that excites you and fits your academic profile.
Dive into the existing literature, narrow your focus, and develop a clear, original research question with your mentor’s guidance.
Draft your paper section by section with continuous 1-on-1 feedback. Your mentor challenges your thinking and helps you develop academic writing skills.
Polish your paper to completion, receive final evaluations, and prepare your research for the graduation symposium.
Present at the Lumiere graduation symposium. Research & Publication and Fellowship students continue toward journal submission with up to 3 rounds of feedback.
This program provides a selective online research mentorship program for high school students. Our students work one-on-one with Ph.D. researchers from top universities to complete an independent research paper in their field of interest
We welcome applications from high school students (grades 9-12) and university students worldwide, regardless of their research experience.
Our mentors are Ph.D. researchers, postdoctoral scholars, and professors from prestigious universities like Harvard, Stanford, Oxford, and MIT.
Students gain experience with academic research, mentorship from top researchers, and a completed research paper. They develop critical skills in analysis, written and verbal communication, and time management.
Many students go on to publish their papers in academic journals or submit to competitions such as MIT Think.
Our summer cohort III admission deadline is July 19.
