We guide students from around the world through a transformative research experience. Our application process is selective, and our programs are rigorous, designed to empower the next generation of scholars and change-makers.
Five structured steps that transform motivated students into accomplished young researchers.
Submit your online application showcasing your academic interests and research potential(Review process: 3-4 weeks).
Engage in a conversation with our admissions committee about your passions and goals.
Accept your offer, access our learning portal, and match with your dedicated mentors.
Complete a structured research journey tailored to your chosen project (FRLP or GCIP).
Graduate with a comprehensive portfolio: paper, research log, poster, defense video, and mentor feedback.
Scholar Spark is designed for highly motivated high school and college students worldwide who are interested in learning the fundamentals of research in their chosen fields.
Current high school or college student (or equivalent) with a strong record of academic performance and the desire to engage in a serious research project.
High proficiency in English, sufficient for advanced academic reading, writing, and discussion.
A demonstrated passion for a specific field of study and a genuine desire to explore complex questions in depth.
The time and the dedication required to complete a major academic project.
Our programs are offered in two terms each year, allowing you to choose the schedule that best fits your academic calendar and commitments.
Applications for the Spring Term are now closed.
Summer TermThe Early Decision round is now closed, and we have entered the Regular Decision phase. Due to the high volume of applications, our review process is ongoing, and interviews are being scheduled for eligible candidates on a rolling basis.
Please note that the release of Early Decision results, initially slated for March 1, may be subject to a brief delay. We thank you for your patience. All applicants should monitor the email address linked to their application for further notifications.
Important Date:
The final deadline for spring applications is
February 1, 2026
Results will be released no later than
February 10, 2026
Timeline:
Applications for the Summer term are reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage you to apply early, as space is limited and filled continuously.
Timeline:
This ensures that every participant in the cohort is fully committed and prepared for an intensive research experience.
The tuition for the Scholar Spark program is $7,200. This program is highly selective. The tuition fee is payable only after an applicant has successfully passed the initial review and interview rounds, and has received an official Offer of Admission.
This application requires you to answer general informational questions and write short essays for three prompts. We recommend preparing your essays separately before pasting them into the form. After submission, you will receive an email notification of our admission decision.
Get answers to common questions about our application process, program structure, and what to expect as a Scholar Spark participant.
After you submit your application, it will take approximately 3-4 weeks for us to complete our review. Applicants who pass our initial review will be invited to an interview.
The purpose of the interview is to assess applicants' spoken English and writing skills, their interest in their chosen subject area, and their level of applicable knowledge/skills.
Note: To prepare for the interview, we strongly recommend that you do some preliminary research on your chosen subject area and think about specific questions/topics you'd be interested in exploring.
If your application for submission is successful, Scholar Spark's academic team will match you to a specific professor based on both the subject-area interests you indicated on your application and on your stated order of preference.
The formal offer letter you receive will let you know the name of your professor as well as information about their research field.
Yes. Scholar Spark programs—including group and one-on-one sessions with professors and industry mentors as well as other academic activities—are conducted entirely online.
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