Research Bootcamp | Research Scholar Program

Fundamentals of academic research while working on cutting edge research projects.

Enrollment closed: Cohort #6 is now full and no longer accepting students

Why Research Bootcamp?

For cohort #6, we are introducing 6 new ways to earn awards during the research bootcamp to convert this activity into a significant honor for college applications and profile building. These 6 levels include receiving, participation certificates, individual evaluations, publication/poster presentation support, project showcase and a chance to win the Young Student Innovator (YSI) Award. All students who enroll in this summer’s research bootcamp will be eligible to receive all 6 awards at no additional cost.

Young Student Innovators.

Programs Overview

Examples of some past projects done by our research bootcamp students. Explore more here.

🗓 Structure.

Research is all about having a well-defined structure so here’s an example of what the bootcamp will look like for each student:

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In a Nutshell.

An 8-week live course from: 17 May - 19 July 2026

Group research in a team of 3-7 students

IDEAL PRE-COLLEGE PREP

Receive feedback on your research, multiple live zoom sessions, recorded classes, assignments, team-building strategies

Assistance with adding your research as a valuable extracurricular activity in your college applications to help you stand out.

Individual certificates after submission of final report

  • 🏁 Orientation

    17 May 2026

    Let’s begin! Kick-off with our Ivy League mentor with an interactive live session outlining the bootcamp milestones to all enrolled students. Students will have access to team Slack groups with their advisors/TAs throughout the bootcamp.

  • 🎳 Team Building

    17 May 2026 onwards

    Unique experiences designed to bring you and your team together through interactive and engaging activities. You'll work together to overcome challenges, build trust and promote effective collaboration.

  • 🔬 Research Hypothesis

    24 May 2026 onwards

    Learn how to formulate a strong and compelling hypothesis that will inform your research, drive your findings and ultimately apply your newfound knowledge.

  • 🧐 Mid-Point Evaluation

    14 Jun 2026

    Reflect on your progress and receive feedback to help guide your future efforts. This evaluation will provide you with an understanding of your strengths and areas for improvement, as well as a clear path forward for the remainder of the bootcamp.

  • 📓 Research Report

    28 Jun 2026 onwards

    Present the results of your research study, including a detailed analysis of the data collected and a discussion of the findings. You will also have the opportunity to reflect on the research process, including the challenges faced and the lessons learned.

  • 🍿 Final Submissions

    05 Jul 2026 onwards

    Step into the spotlight and show the world what you've accomplished. The last mile of the bootcamp will be submitting your presentations to panelists. Top 2-5 teams may present their research in-front of the entire cohort and a judge panel with an interactive Q&A round.

🔭 Research Areas

  • STEM

    We are directing out Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) based projects towards an emphasize on biomedical sciences for students to contribute towards real life issues in global public health making a positive impact in the society. This focus provides a unique opportunity for students with diverse interests including but not limited to physics, biology, electronics, material science and more. This research category will allow students to harness their passion and skills within a collaborative working environment with peers.

  • Computer Science

    Students will learn how to collect, clean, and manipulate data, as well as how to visualize and communicate results effectively. Most of our topics revolve around the concept of bridging the gap between application based AI, machine learning, Python, UX/UI and more to create meaning societal impact. While technical coding skills are certainly valued, our foremost goal is to transition self learned theoretical knowledge to practical real-world applications.

  • Non-STEM

    Non-STEM projects will revolve around finance, economics, management, strategy or marketing professionals encounter a multitude of challenges within their work, including mastering business strategies, implementing effective marketing techniques, conducting thorough SWOT analysis, understanding economic principles, all while upholding ethical standards. Students immerse in real-world issues and practical projects, altogether fostering a dynamic learning environment.

🚀 What do you get?

  • Group Research

    ✓ 8-week team research of 3-7 students

    ✓ Time commitment of each student: 5-10 hrs/week

    𐄂 Option to choose research project

    ✓ Authorship of final research report: up to 7 students (offered to top teams)

    ✓ Building interpersonal & teamwork skills

    ✓ Interdisciplinary collaboration with like minded students

    Group meetings with mentor/TA

    Team slack group with offline mentor/TA support

    ✓ Team doubt clearing sessions with mentor/TA

    ✓ Template provided to draft a 2-column industry standard research paper

    ✓ Certificate of group participation & individual evaluation (upon eligibility) to be given to students

📓 Curriculum.

Module 01

Module 02

🧪Bootcamp FAQs

Why Research?

Research is an incredibly valuable experience as it provides opportunities for personal and academic growth. It teaches critical thinking, problem solving, and effective communication skills, which are essential for success in any career or academic pursuit

Research can also be a way for students to explore potential career paths and gain exposure to the many diverse fields available to them. Moreover, it can provide them with opportunities to collaborate with professionals in the field, further their learning and develop a network of contacts for the future.

For college applications, participating in research can demonstrate a student's initiative, dedication, and ability to work independently or as part of a team. This type of extracurricular activity showcases their passion for a particular subject, and it can provide a unique and meaningful addition to their college application.

FAQs

Who is eligible to participate in the Research Bootcamp?

  • Current 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade students (2025-26 school year) or students ages 14-18 old (on the first day of the program in May 2026)

  • Can commit to completing coursework including group assignments, video lectures and live team meetings

  • Can access to technology (computer and Wi-Fi)

Will I always have access to the course?

Students will have access to their student dashboards, all course material and the slack groups from 17 May to 19 Jul 2026.

I am not applying for this admission to US college yet, is this course for me?

Yes — this course is designed for students who are interested in learning about how to carry out effective research in a methodological manner. The learnings from this bootcamp can be applied to any research in the future. Additionally, this research activity being unique to you, makes for a great extracurricular activity that you can add to your college applications whenever the time comes.

How do the live sessions work?

All enrolled students will be notified of the live sessions through their student dashboards and slack groups.

Does this course include one-on-one Live sessions with a mentor?

Unfortunately no. The Live sessions are grouped, however if you are looking for one-on-one assistance, feel free to check out any one of our mentorship programs as ALL of them are one-on-one.

Can I get a refund if I am not satisfied with the bootcamp?

Unfortunately, at this point because of how the bootcamp is structured for a small group in a live-virtual manner, we cannot offer refunds.

Since the price is in Indian rupees, do I need to have an Indian card to purchase?

Our payment gateway accepts most credit and debit cards on all our products and services as long as you have online international transactions enabled on your card. Your bank will automatically convert to the necessary currency. Click here to see how the checkout process works.

I want to use another payment option or my payment option is not working, who do I contact?

We can offeralternative options of Bank Transfer for price slab #3 onwards! Please reach out to us via email at info@incognitoblueprints.com to request for additional information and we would be happy to assist you.