For High School Students

Build Research Skills with PhD Mentors

Work with expert PhD researchers from top universities on real research projects. Develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and deep subject knowledge through hands-on mentorship.

Apply Now (Free) How It Works

Our mentors come from world-class institutions:

What makes us different

Work on actual research tasks, not educational busywork. Develop real skills that prepare you for academic and professional success.

Why Research Matters

One‑Third of Penn Admits Had Research

UPenn reports that one‑third of admitted students engaged in academic research during high school, many co‑authoring publications in leading journals. Source

5× Higher Ivy League Acceptance

Students with substantial scholarship have acceptance rates 5× higher than the national average. Source

8× Better Harvard Chances

Harvard's own data show applicants with "substantial scholarship" are 8× more likely to be admitted. Source

Build Academic Network

Form relationships with researchers in your field of interest early, opening doors for future opportunities.

Why Research Mentorship Matters

Research experience develops critical skills that prepare you for academic and professional success. Learn from experts working on cutting-edge problems.

Develop Research Skills

Learn the fundamentals of research methodology, from formulating hypotheses to analyzing data and drawing conclusions. These skills are valuable across all academic disciplines and professional fields.

Universities Value Real Research

Top universities are searching for students who demonstrate intellectual curiosity and academic creativity—exactly what authentic research experience provides.

Our Commitment to Quality

We are committed to genuine skill development, not shortcuts. At Dynamiq Scholars, students do the actual work with guidance from mentors. We focus on developing real research abilities and deep subject knowledge.

Potential Publication Venues

Work with your mentor to target appropriate academic venues in your field of interest. We only submit to legitimate, peer-reviewed journals and conferences—never to predatory or low-quality "pay-to-publish" outlets.

Neural Information Processing Systems

A top AI conference with opportunities for novel machine learning research and a high school student publication track.

International Conference on Learning Representations

Premier deep learning conference with global recognition.

Conference on Human Factors in Computing

Premier conference for Human-Computer Interaction research.

And many more academic journals and conferences across all fields

How It Works

From application to publication, we guide you through every step of the research process.

Apply (Free)

Submit your application with information about your background and interests. This takes about 15 minutes and is completely free.

Get Matched

If selected, we'll match you with a PhD mentor whose research aligns with your interests. Meet your mentor and decide if it's a good fit.

Research (~6 - 12 Weeks)

Work remotely with your mentor on a specific research task, with weekly check-ins and guidance. The program continues until your work is publication-ready.

Draft & Publish

Work with your mentor to draft a paper and submit to appropriate academic venues with continued support through the review process, including help with rebuttals.

Why Choose Dynamiq Scholars

We connect high school students with actual PhD researchers who are working on cutting-edge problems.

Real Research Projects

Work on genuine research tasks that matter, not educational busywork.

PhD Mentorship

Get guidance from actual researchers at top universities who are working on cutting-edge problems in their fields.

Publication Support

Receive guidance through the entire publication process, from drafting to submission to responding to reviewer feedback.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our research mentorship program.

Who can apply for Dynamiq Scholars?
Dynamiq Scholars is open to high school students worldwide who have a strong interest in academic research. While prior research experience is not required, you should have some relevant background knowledge in your area of interest.
How much time will I need to commit?
Most students spend 10-15 hours per week on their research projects. The minimum program duration is 6 weeks, but you can continue working with your mentor until your research is ready for publication.
Is publication guaranteed?
While we cannot guarantee publication, your mentor will guide you through the submission process to appropriate academic venues and help with reviewer rebuttals. The quality of your work and effort will greatly influence publication success.
What happens during the review process?
After submission, academic papers go through peer review. If revisions are requested, your mentor will continue to work with you on addressing reviewer comments and preparing rebuttals, ensuring you have support throughout the entire publication process.

Who We Are

We are an organization founded by Oxford and Cambridge PhDs with the aim to provide high school students around the world access to research opportunities with top global scholars.

Our founders and mentors include scholars from Oxford, Cambridge, and other world-leading universities. We are committed to opening doors for the next generation of researchers, regardless of geography or background.

Ready to Start Your Research Journey?

Apply today for a chance to work with top PhD researchers on real projects that will enhance your portfolio and college applications.

Apply Now (Free)