12
Weeks
Structured research journey
3 – 5
Students
Small cohort learning
100% Mentorship Support
PhD-level guidance
1 Complete Project
Original research outcome
The Prepaze Research Advantage
Independent Research
Students conduct meaningful, independent research without needing access to physical labs or institutional affiliations.
PhD-Level Mentorship
Every student works closely with experienced researchers who guide topic selection, methodology, and presentation.
Admissions Advantage
We help students clearly position their research on college applications, essays, and interviews.
Explore High-Impact Research Areas
Data Science & Analytics
Analyze real-world datasets and uncover meaningful insights.
Environmental & Climate Science
Investigate sustainability, climate change, and environmental impact.
Psychology & Behavioral Science
Study human behavior, cognition, and social patterns.
Economics & Social
Policy
Explore economic systems, inequality, and policy-driven change.
Public Health & Epidemiology
Research health trends, policy, and population-level outcomes.
AI Ethics & Technology & Society
Examine how emerging technologies affect ethics and society.
Law &
Justice Studies
Analyze legal systems, justice policy, and civil rights to examine equity and reform.
Business, Leadership & Workforce Development
Study strategy, organizational behavior, and workforce systems to drive sustainable growth.
High School Research Mentorship Program - Interest Form
Program Structure & Commitment
Duration: 12 Weeks
Group Sessions: 2 Hours / Week
Individual Mentorship: 4 Hours per Student
Cohort Size: 3–5 Students Only
Spring Research Cohort: March 15, 2026
Summer Research Cohort: June 15, 2026
✔ Topic selection & refinement
✔ Research design & methodology
✔ Analysis & interpretation
✔ Final project completion
✔ College application guidance
Meet Our Research Mentors
How the Research Mentorship Works
Step 1
Apply & Get Matched
Once a student applies, we review their academic background and interests.
Based on this, the student is matched with a PhD-level mentor who has expertise in the chosen research area. This ensures personalized and relevant guidance from the start.
Step 2
Define a Research Question
With mentor support, students learn how to:
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Identify a strong area of interest
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Narrow it into a focused, original research question
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Understand what makes a research question academically meaningful
This step lays the foundation for high-quality research.
Step 3
Conduct Guided Research
Students participate in weekly group sessions and individual mentorship where they:
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Learn research methods and frameworks
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Analyze data, literature, or case studies
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Receive continuous feedback and direction
Mentors guide students at every stage so they never feel lost or overwhelmed.
Step 4
Final Research Output
By the end of the program, each student completes a polished, independent research project, which may include:
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A structured research paper
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Findings and analysis
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Clear conclusions and insights
This is original work, not a template or pre-designed project.
Step 5
College Positioning Support
Students are guided on how to:
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Present their research in college applications
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Reference it in essays and resumes
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Confidently discuss it during interviews
This step ensures the research directly strengthens the student’s college profile.