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18 October 2026
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RISE Research Program
RISE Research guides students from a focused research question to a manuscript through dedicated one-on-one mentoring, academic feedback and optional publication support.
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RISE Research Program at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Closing soon
Eligibility
High school students
Age range / Year group
Ages 13-18
Location / Region
Online
Cost
From $2,000
Duration
10 weeks
Format
Online
Business & EconomicsPoliticsNeuroscienceLaw & justiceMedia Studies
Mentor model: Dedicated one-on-one mentor
Assessment style: Mentor feedback; manuscript review
Main deliverable / output: Research paper
Scheduling model: Flexible mentor scheduling
RISE Research Program summary
RISE Research pairs students with a dedicated mentor to develop original research and a full manuscript. The process connects literature reading, research design, analysis and academic writing.
Expect to own the project and revise your work through academic feedback. Optional publication support is part of the pathway, but journal acceptance is not guaranteed.
It suits students who want sustained guidance on a focused academic question and are willing to work independently between mentor discussions.
What is RISE Research Program?
RISE Research Program is a remote academic mentorship program operated by Rise Research Inc. Students work with a dedicated mentor to turn an academic interest into a focused question, conduct research and develop a manuscript.
The process covers literature exploration, methodology, analysis, drafting and repeated review. Student examples include consumer biases, political institutions, neuroscience, technology governance and media studies. Publication preparation is a possible next step, with student ownership and academic integrity central to the work.
Why Succeed highlights RISE Research Program
A dedicated mentor provides continuity from the initial question through manuscript revision.
The staged process makes research design and analysis part of the work, alongside writing.
Multiple review cycles give students opportunities to improve an argument and respond to feedback.
Student-led work and explicit integrity rules help keep the project grounded in the student's own contribution.
Who is RISE Research Program for?
Best for
Students who want individual guidance on a focused research project and are ready to read, analyze and revise independently.
Not ideal if
You want a short subject taster or expect publication or university admission to follow automatically from participation.
Is RISE Research Program worth it?
RISE can be worthwhile when you need sustained feedback on research design, analysis and academic writing. Its strongest practical feature is continuity with a dedicated mentor across an end-to-end project. Judge the value by the methods you learn and the work you can explain yourself.
The commitment includes independent research and repeated manuscript revision, so mentoring does not remove the student's workload. Ask about your proposed mentor, scope and contact time before paying. Publication is uncertain, and the refund percentage falls as the program progresses.
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Cost and what is included
From $2,000; includes One-on-one academic mentorship., Research question and methods development., Detailed academic feedback on research and drafts., Full manuscript development and review., Optional support in seeking publication..
Dates and time commitment
10 weeks; session cadence not listed.
Provider details
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What the student gains
Potential output: The main deliverable is a research paper developed through an end-to-end project.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.
Online support and safeguarding
No. RISE offers optional support in seeking publication, but its terms explicitly state that journal publication and university admission are not guaranteed.
What to check before committing
Confirm current dates, session schedule, payment terms, cancellation rules, support expectations and what output or certificate is included with the provider.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does RISE Research Program need?
Effort level
Substantial independent research and writing.
Best started
Begin consultation and application preparation a few weeks before the cohort's early admission deadline.
Main challenge
Keeping the question feasible while developing a rigorous, student-owned argument.
Typical preparation
List two or three academic interests and read introductory literature on each.
Prepare questions about mentor expertise, meeting frequency and expected independent work.
Discuss a realistic project scope, total fee and refund terms with your family.
Useful if
You want to practice sustained academic inquiry with individual feedback.
What do students do on RISE Research Program?
You develop a research project through five stages, moving from literature exploration to a full manuscript. Your mentor guides the process and provides feedback while you conduct and write the research.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Weeks 1-2: Explore literature, refine your interests and develop a focused original question.
- 2
Weeks 3-4: Build a research plan covering methodology, sources and data strategy.
- 3
Weeks 5-6: Conduct independent research, analyze findings and draft core sections.
- 4
Weeks 7-8: Complete the manuscript and strengthen it through multiple review cycles.
- 5
Weeks 9-10: Prepare the research for journal or conference submission and presentation.
RISE Research Program dates and deadlines
Upcoming
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Application deadline | 18 October 2026 | Local | Upcoming | Save deadline |
Eligibility and requirements
Participants must be high school students.
Participants must be aged 13-18.
Parents may apply on behalf of minors.
How much does RISE Research Program cost?
Program fee
From $2,000 — Typical range $2,000–$2,500; pricing depends on scope and mentor.
Funding or discounts
- Payment: Full payment upfront — Enrollment is confirmed after payment.
What's included
One-on-one academic mentorship., Research question and methods development., Detailed academic feedback on research and drafts., Full manuscript development and review., Optional support in seeking publication.
How to apply to RISE Research Program
- 1
Complete the parent consultation call.
- 2
Submit the research application form through the official application link.
- 3
Undergo profile shortlisting.
- 4
Proceed to program onboarding and confirm enrollment through full upfront payment.
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Learning format
Remote one-on-one mentorship combines flexible meetings with independent literature reading, research, analysis and writing. The ten-week sequence moves through question development, methods planning, research and drafting, manuscript review, and submission preparation.
Mentorship and feedback
Work consistently with a dedicated one-on-one mentor.
Receive guidance on literature, question development and research methods.
Get detailed academic feedback during analysis and drafting.
Revise the manuscript through multiple review cycles.
Access optional support in seeking publication.
Published mentor profiles include doctoral researchers and graduate students.
Time-zone considerations
- One-on-one mentor scheduling is flexible.
- Meetings can fit around school and extracurricular commitments.
- Plan independent reading, research and writing alongside mentor discussions.
Assessment style
Progress centers on a research paper developed through mentor feedback and repeated manuscript review.
- Develop a structured research plan.
- Analyze findings and draft core sections.
- Complete a full manuscript.
- Strengthen the paper through multiple review cycles.
Portfolio / outputs
Main deliverable / output
The main deliverable is a research paper developed through an end-to-end project.
A focused original research question.
A research plan covering methods, sources and data strategy.
Core manuscript drafts revised with feedback.
Research prepared for potential journal or conference submission.
RISE Research Program FAQs
The program culminates in a research paper. Students develop a question, plan their methods, analyze findings and revise a full manuscript.
No. RISE offers optional support in seeking publication, but its terms explicitly state that journal publication and university admission are not guaranteed.
Students work consistently with a dedicated mentor through one-on-one guidance. Scheduling is flexible around school and extracurricular commitments.
Student examples include political institutions, consumer biases, neuroscience, technology governance and media studies. Discuss your intended question and relevant mentor expertise during consultation.
Yes. Parents may apply on behalf of minors, and the application process includes a parent consultation call.
Fees are paid upfront, and enrollment is confirmed after full payment. The terms give a typical USD $2,000–$2,500 range; individual pricing is discussed during the Research Assessment.
The terms specify an 80% tuition refund before Week 1, 50% before Week 3, 25% before Week 5 and no refund afterward. Academic misconduct may also lead to termination without a refund.
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Ben works at the intersection of education, technology and school adoption, with expertise in how secondary schools evaluate data-driven tools and how education technology is used in practice.
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- Research program pricing: what determines cost across programs
- Terms and Conditions | RISE Research
- RISE Research Program | Winter Deadline Upcoming | RISE Research
- Contact RISE Research
- FAQs | RISE Research
- RISE Research Program | Winter Deadline Upcoming | RISE Research
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