Student Driven Research

True Research

Select a research environment below to explore available specializations, esteemed mentors, and active applications.

Rigorous Methodology

We don't do superficial projects. Our students learn deeply technical, verifiable, and academically sound methodologies.

Elite Mentorship

Work directly with active researchers and tenured professors from the world's most prestigious institutions.

Publish-Ready

The ultimate goal is tangible output. We structure programs to yield papers ready for high-school and undergraduate journals.

The CRI approach

Your interests.
Your question. Your paper.

Start with what you want to investigate. Develop your own research question and write your own paper, with professor and TA guidance on methods, evidence and revision. The course theme is a starting point—not a predetermined paper to reproduce.

Applications & fees

Students work toward their own research manuscript. Journal submission and acceptance are separate steps; publication and university admission are not guaranteed.

In-person summer research

Seoul Research Program & Global Research Program

In-person summer research for rising Grade 9 through university students. Develop a question from your own interests and write your own paper with professor and TA guidance.

  • 30 professor hours + 20 TA hours
  • Up to 10 students per cohort
  • Seoul and global in-person programs
Seoul Research Program & Global Research Program
Online during winter break

Winter Online Research Program

An online research program during winter break, recommended for students in Grades 9–12. University students may also participate. Your interests guide the research question and student-authored paper.

  • 10 professor hours + 30 TA hours
  • Up to 5 students per cohort
  • Online instruction and research guidance
Winter Online Research Program
Advanced Research Program

1-on-1 Advanced Research Program

For students ready for advanced, independent research. Work online or in person around your schedule, usually over 2–4 months. Projects may finish within a month or take longer; research readiness matters more than age.

  • Your interests shape your research question
  • Flexible start and individualized pacing
  • Contact admissions for mentorship hours and fees
1-on-1 Advanced Research Program

Ready to begin your deep dive?

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