For many students, they have become one of the most meaningful ways to explore academic interests, experience college-level academics, and stand out in the college admissions process. Whether the program focuses on laboratory science, engineering,
You might feel the pull of AI for a mix of reasons. Part of you is excited. Artificial intelligence is creative, fast moving and full of opportunities to solve meaningful problems in the world. You’re
In 2023, Nyankiir, a Pioneer Academics and Kenya Scholar Access Program (KenSAP) alumna in Africa, studied how diabetes affected rural communities in Kenya. The project opened the high schooler’s eyes to how small questions and
Here’s the truth: Published research is the new flex in college apps. But what does that mean for colleges? A growing number of high school students are applying to college with research papers in hand—some
Summer is a prime opportunity to dive into projects that can greatly enrich your academic journey. These passion projects provide avenues to ignite your interests, explore new ideas, and impact your community or chosen field
by Amy Li You may have read about it online or heard your teachers or counselors talk about something called a “passion project.” Some may call it something you love that can help others. Others,
By Amy Li Don’t underestimate the importance of summer. Summers are crucial for high-achieving high school students. This is especially true for students interested in building a college-ready profile, including international students who may need
Generative AI now touches nearly every part of the admission process. Our latest report details how universities and Pioneer Academics are adapting through clearer guidelines, layered verification, and stronger process-based evaluations. The study calls for
Planning summer extracurricular activities is one of the most strategic and high-stakes decisions for ambitious high school students, particularly those in their sophomore or junior year. With endless options and rising competition, it’s easy to
At Pioneer Academics, we review thousands of applications each year, which is closer in scale to a small liberal arts college than to a summer program. Because our applicants are younger, we often see early
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