Acceptance rates 2-5x the national average.
Top schools have demonstrated the growing value of research for admissions.
Why choose Polygence?
A project that’s one of a kind - like you
Polygence offers the most personalized mentored research experience - you choose the subject, research question and outcome of your project, so you can explore and create what you love.
The most flexible research program
High School Students are already busy with classes, extracurriculars and more - so we offer start dates throughout the year and allow students to set the pace that’s right for them and their project.
Tailored mentorship just for you
We ensure strong mentor-student fit by leveraging our extensive network of experts from top universities to match you with a mentor who shares your unique interests and passions.
A Project as Unique as You
Your program is tailored to your individual passion – you choose the field and the topic to research.
Discover Our ProgramsFind the right program for you
Core Program
For High School students who want to turn their passion into a tangible outcome with the guidance of an expert mentor. You’ll dive deep into a research topic of your choice over 10 one-on-one sessions.
Launchpad
For students who are unsure about what to study or weighing multiple options, this 3-session add-on to our Core program helps you find a topic that you’ll love.
Premium Showcasing Support
For students who are excited to publish, compete or otherwise spotlight their work, this 3-session add-on provides expert showcasing guidance.
Not ready for a full research project yet?
Check out our shorter programs to find your passion!
- Pods short-term group research program
- Personality Quiz to find your academic persona
Projects Beyond Research Papers
The most flexible mentored research program that lets YOU choose the output to work towards - from published research papers, to podcasts, to prototypes of inventions and anything in between.
Explore Past ProjectsChloe
"The idea that you can do anything, or you can have an effect on a really big problem…that’s something I developed through Polygence and with my mentor."
See Chloe's projectYour Ideal Match
Polygence has the most extensive network of PhD-level mentors from top universities. We will find your ideal match in any field or topic of interest.
Meet Our MentorsKimi
PhD candidate at Carnegie Mellon University
See Kimi's mentor profile”She was an absolute gem of a research mentor! Her guidance was like a compass in the world of academia. Kimi made the research journey feel less like a maze and more like a scenic route.”
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Polygence by the numbers
Polygence projects are a meaningful addition to a student’s intellectual growth and college application
99% of Polygence alumni
feature their projects on their college applications
3 out of 4 admissions officers
say research experience weighs favorably in college applications
96%+ of Polygence students
say we meet or exceed their expectations of the program
See more statisticsTop 25
Polygence was recently selected as one of the top 25 most promising startups in education technology
Read article2000+ Expert mentors
from top universities with over 40 subjects represented
Polygence by the numbers
Polygence projects are a meaningful addition to a student’s intellectual growth and college application
99% of Polygence alumni
feature their projects on their college applications
3 out of 4 admissions officers
say research experience weighs favorably in college applications
96%+ of Polygence students
say we meet or exceed their expectations of the program
See more statisticsTop 25
Polygence was recently selected as one of the top 25 most promising startups in education technology
Read article2000+ Expert mentors
from top universities with over 40 subjects represented
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