Personalized Program
- One-on-one mentorship
- Flexible scheduling
- Leverage your academic interests
- Online from anywhere
College credit
- Earn college credit from the University of California
- Get a headstart in applying research methods
- Write a research paper
Expert Mentorship
- Work one-on-one with a researcher in the field
- Receive personal feedback and advice from an academic expert
- Learn insider tips on research positions
Passion Projects
- Present at a conference
- Launch your app
- Produce a podcast
- Write a novel
- Publish a paper
Apply by June 15th to be a part of the next cohort of Polygencers!
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Recent student reviews
My mentor expertly mixed in-depth topic knowledge with friendliness and openness to make the Polygence experience simultaneously exciting and manageable.
Academic and professional success in the 21st century requires autonomy, continual learning, and perseverance in the face of struggle. Polygence allows any student anywhere in the world to flex these muscles by engaging in rigorous independent research projects. That’s a win for students and a win for the future of education.James Kim, Former Assistant Director, Yale Undergraduate Admission
High school students who have an impressive personal project they are working on independently often impress colleges, because their commitment to a successful solo endeavor conveys initiative, self-discipline and originality.US News and World Report
Greetings from the program coordinators
Polygence is an online research academy dedicated to democratizing access to research opportunities for high school students. Whether you are interested in quantitative biology, fashion history, or privacy law, Polygence mentors will help you explore your area of interest.