A six-week, remote academic mentorship for high school students.
Want to become an academic mentor this summer? Email info@copulaprogram.org.
The Copula Program is a six-week remote summer mentorship that connects ambitious high school students from underrepresented backgrounds with academic mentors. Since 2020, we’ve helped nearly 100 students explore new fields and create meaningful research projects.
Our mission is simple: empower students to go beyond the high school curriculum and discover their academic potential. With guidance from experienced mentors, participants gain hands-on research experience and the skills to pursue academic careers.
Over six weeks, students plan and create a capstone project alongside seasoned academic mentors. Along the way, students enjoy guest lectures, masterclasses from academic professionals, and skill-building workshops.
Ready to take the next step? Submit your application to our Summer 2025 cohort. Applications open in mid-February 2025.
Application Opening SoonApplicants to the Copula Program should currently be enrolled in high school. Priority will be given to current 10th and 11th grade students, though we have previously accepted 9th and 12th grade students.
We encourage students with no prior research experience to apply. There is no application fee.