What to Study to Save the World: Social Justice
Social justice is likely a struggle that will exist as long as humanity does, but there are multiple ways for students like you to join the fight and dismantle these systems from the inside out. Through the pursuit of higher education, anything is possible.
How to Maintain Good Mental Health as a Star Student
Poor mental health in teens leads to a decline in energy, concentration, GPA, and overall academic performance. To avoid the common pitfalls of depression and anxiety, students need to start learning some strategies for maintaining good mental health in the face of stress so they can avoid unhealthy coping mechanisms later.
Scholar Success Stories: Student Makes a Case for Universal Basic Income
Student L used his research practicum to explore the impact universal basic income, or UBI, could have on income poverty, asset poverty, and other social and economic problems in the United States. And his Faculty Advisor took notice of his excellence.
Fall Research Programs: New Year, New Opportunities
Fall research can seem like an intimidating commitment, but it is a great way to stride into the spring admissions season with fresh research experience under your belt. With a little time management and some hands-on mentorship from our faculty, our students can achieve incredible things.
First-Generation College Students: Understanding the Challenges and Opportunities
There exists an innumerable number of programs and organizations dedicated to helping FirstGens navigate higher education. The specifics may vary by university, state, region, or country, but the main point remains: first-generation students are not alone.
Scholar Success Stories: A Deep-Dive into Gender Studies and Public Health
This scholar's success story is a testament to what can happen when students select a research practicum they’re passionate about and dedicate the necessary amount of time and determination to it. We look to this student as a beacon of possibility for all the other students to come.
What to Study to Save the World: Climate Change
To encourage the next generation of environmentalists and keep that hopeful momentum going, here are 4 subjects to major in if you want to dedicate your career to helping the planet.
Scholar Success Stories: A Former Student Explores Accessibility
Student T’s success is a sign not only of her own academic fortitude, which she showcased before even joining Scholar Launch, but also of our faculty’s priceless guidance and mentorship. Together, we’re creating more success stories like this one every day.
EPQs, AP Capstones, and Scholar Launch Research Programs: How Do They Compare?
Many benefits–like gaining valuable transferable skills and demonstrating intellectual curiosity and academic commitment to colleges and universities–are consistent across EPQs, capstone projects, and our research programs. However, Scholar Launch’s high school research programs take the pre-collegiate research experience a step further.
Scholar Success Stories: The Intersection of Biology, Music, and Neuroscience
Student S's success in interdisciplinary study serves as a shining example of the value of high school research programs. By enhancing students’ academic experience beyond the classroom, these programs have shown to drastically improve their college admissions results.