Empowering Students Through Personalized Academic Excellence
Summit Institute Programs
At Summit Institute, we provide unparalleled, fully customized programs designed to help each student excel academically and stand out in college admissions. Every student is carefully matched with a dedicated mentor who works closely with them to design a project uniquely tailored to their passions and goals. Our mentors deliver professional-grade guidance throughout the journey, while Summit specialists provide comprehensive support for publishing research and submitting work to prestigious competitions.
Research Programs
8-Week Intensive Research Experience
Summit Research
Explore your academic interests through mentored research. In this 8-week program, students write an 8-page paper with expert mentoring and publication support. Ideal for AP Research or IB Extended Essay, it offers personalized guidance and tutoring. Students receive a polished paper, certificate, and recommendation letter, with submissions to venues like ISEF and Harvard International Review.
12-week advanced college-level research
Summit Research Plus
Designed for high-achieving students ready for college-level research. This program pairs scholars with professors who provide expert guidance tailored to each student's interests. Students conduct original research across diverse fields, working with the same mentor throughout the 12-week period. Publication specialists then offer support to prepare work for submission to journals and conferences.
2-Week Day & Residential Program
Summer Research Program at Columbia University
Engage in cutting-edge research in New York City. This 2-week July program merges academic research with Columbia's vibrant campus. Collaborate with faculty on innovative projects across various disciplines. The program focuses on hands-on learning, culminating in a final symposium. Publication support is available for exceptional projects.
2-Week Day & Residential Program
Summer Research Program at Harvard University
Experience world-class research during this exclusive July summer program on Harvard University's Cambridge campus. High school students work with distinguished professors and mentors to conduct intensive research. The program culminates in a publication-ready project and offers the opportunity for submission to professional publications.
2-WEEK DAY & RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM
COMING SOON: Summer Research Program at Georgia Tech
Writing Programs
Comprehensive Essay Coaching from Summer through Senior Fall
College Application Essays
Craft authentic college essays that showcase your unique voice with the guidance of our coaches for the Common App and supplemental essays for up to 10 colleges. In 1:1 sessions, students develop narratives that capture admissions officers' attention. Summit editors provide feedback and revisions to ensure each essay reflects the student's voice and meets college writing standards.
10-week Creative Writing Experience
Creative Writing Workshop
This 10-week program offers personalized, expert mentoring for middle and high school students to master essays, fiction, poetry, or nonfiction. You receive 8 weeks of guidance to develop your unique style, followed by 2 weeks of publication support to create submission-ready work for contests or publishing.
8-Week Advanced Writing Experience
Critical Essay Challenge
Enhance analytical writing skills in this 8-week program. Students create critical essays with mentoring and submission support. Ideal for competitions like the John Locke Essay Competition and Coolidge Scholarship. Our mentors help craft strong arguments and polished prose.
Innovation & Creative Projects
8-Week Creative Development Experience
Venture Studio
Transform your ideas into reality. This 8-week program empowers students to create projects—like mobile apps, YouTube channels, blogs, and nonprofits. With expert mentoring and launch support, students gain real-world skills, build portfolios, and create impactful projects that enhance college applications.
A variety of Topics for Research Projects
Summit Student Research Topics
Life Sciences
- Biology
- Biochemistry
- Genetics
- Neuroscience
- Biotechnology
- Biomedical Engineering
Natural Sciences
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Materials Science
- Environmental Science
- Mathematics
- Data Science
Engineering & Technology
- Computer Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Cybersecurity
Social Sciences & Humanities
- Psychology
- Economics
- Sociology
- Politics
- Philosophy
- Linguistics
Health & Medical Sciences
- Public Health
- Medical Research
- Epidemiology
- Mental Health
Business & Applied Fields
- Finance
- Marketing
- Business Analytics
- Project Management
Interdisciplinary Fields
- Environmental Studies
- Bioethics
- Digital Humanities
- Sustainability Studies
There are many additional topics available to explore.
If you do not see a research topic in the list above that you are interested in, please reach out to us at contact@summitinst.com.
