Notes on getting
published young.
Research methodology, publication strategy, and admissions intelligence, written by the mentors and Fellows who use it.
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How to Get Into MIT: The Research Edge
MIT accepts less than 4% of applicants. What separates those who get in? Data-driven analysis of MIT admissions, why research matters more here than anywhere…
Stanford Admissions: What They Really Want
Stanford's acceptance rate is under 4%. What makes applicants successful? An inside look at Stanford's unique culture, what they're really looking for…
How to Start a Nonprofit in High School
Most student 'nonprofits' are resume padding. Here's how to build a real organization with measurable impact that strengthens your college application and…
What Harvard Admits Actually Look Like in 2026-2027
What Harvard admits look like: Class of 2030 numbers, the four profile types that get in, what fails, and how to build a Harvard-ready profile with research.
College Prep Mistakes Parents Make (and What Works)
The seven college prep mistakes parents make most often, what admissions offices actually say they value, and what to do instead at each grade.
Why 4.0 GPA Won't Get You Into Harvard Anymore
Why a 4.0 GPA won't get you into Harvard: 55,104 applied for the Class of 2030 and 2,037 got in. What sets admits apart, and how to build that profile early.
Is Junior Year Too Late to Start Research? Not Quite
Is junior year too late for research? What a junior can still finish before applications, the programs still open to them, and a month-by-month plan.
How to Email a Professor for Research (Templates)
Proven email templates for contacting professors about research opportunities. Learn what to write, common mistakes to avoid, and how to follow up.
Science Fair Poster Layout: Templates, Sizes and a Judge-Approved Example
Science fair poster and trifold layout templates with exact sizes, section order, fonts, and an ISEF-style example judges rate highly.
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