Starts on
23 Feb
2025
Research Scholars Program
Acquire tools for researching and writing papers with mentors from Harvard Student Agencies.Eligibility
Grades 8th-12th
Duration
8 Weeks
Early Application Date
25 January 2025
[Regular Date: 15 Feb, 2025]
Program Fee for Early Applicants
USD 750
[Regular Fee: USD 1000]
Application deadline
15 February, 2025
Program Delivery
Zoom Led
In this program, students will learn the fundamentals of research and research writing under the guidance of qualified student mentor. At the end of the program, students will produce a 1500-2000 word research report, which will be published.
Research is an important step in the process of actualising innovative ideas and building a solid academic profile. Embolden your goals for the future and attain proficiency in topics that resonate with you by writing your own research paper with the guidance of qualified student mentors.
Apply NowResearch Areas
STEM: Technology
Impacts in Society
- Law
- Arts &
Humanities
- Business & the
Evolution of the Digital Market
What You’ll Gain
Make your ideas a reality by researching
Past Mentors
Our expert mentors from previous sessions
Awards & Recognitions
Showcase your achievements to the world
Schedule
8 week program: every Sunday starting 23rd February 2025
Date
February 23, 2025 (Sunday)
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Introduction to research
a. Different types of research
b. What counts as research?
c. How to find research opportunities
d. How to form a thesis
e. How to write a research paper
Date
March 02, 2025 (Sunday)
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Scientific Method
a. Defining the problem
b. Making observations
c. Forming a hypothesis
d. Conducting an experiment
e. Drawing conclusions
Date
March 09, 2025 (Sunday)
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Research Writing Overview
a. Case Studies
b. Going over the publication process
c. How to read a research paper and critique it
d. How to present your research professionally and clearly
Date
March 16, 2025 (Sunday)
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Research Writing Format and Sources
a. How writing in research is different from other types of writing
b. Formatting research papers
c. Types of sources
d. How to find different types of sources
e. Citations
Date
March 23, 2025 (Sunday)
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
a. Literature review
b. How to evaluate different types of sources
Date
March 30, 2025 (Sunday)
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Individual Projects
a. Analysis, looking at evidence, and coming up with own thesis
Date
April 6, 2025 (Sunday)
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Individual Projects
a. Writing the research paper (1500 - 2000 word paper)
Date
April 13, 2025 (Sunday)
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Individual Projects
a. Presentation week: Each student presents on their project to Harvard students
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