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2025 Winter Online Research Program

Program Overview

Dates: December 21, 2025 – January 3, 2026 (no classes on Dec 24, 25, 31, and Jan 1)
Delivery Format: Online (live sessions)
Eligibility: High school students (Grade 9 and above) and undergraduate students
Faculty: Professors from Oxford, Caltech, UPenn, and other leading institutions
Tuition: $6,000 USD (VAT included)
Outcome: Research paper + Recommendation letter from professor (for B+ or higher performance)

Faculty Profiles

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UPenn
Law

Expert in international law and global governance
Former member of the Obama administration

Caltech
Chemistry

Renowned scholar in organic synthesis
Recipient of the 2017 Feynman Prize

UChicago
Computer Science
Data Science

Expert in computational economics
Expert in AI and ML
Recipient of Best Paper Awards at IJCAI and WWW

Oxford
Economics

Researcher in political economy and microeconomics
Consultant, World Bank Group

Oxford
Biology / Genomics

Dean, Lady Margaret Hall
Associate Editor, PLOS Genetics

Who Chooses This Program?

00.92

Average GPA

005

Average SAT

00%

Paper Completion Rate

Student Testimonials – 2024 Cohort

Hear directly from students who grew through this program. Their reflections capture not only academic achievement, but also the confidence and passion they developed along the way.

Small, Selective Cohorts: Average of 6 students per program

100% Received Faculty Recommendation Letters (for Grade 12 participants)

100% Successfully Completed and Presented Research Papers

How to Get Started

Step 1. Application Submission

Choose your desired program and complete the online application form. Upload the required documents to finalize your submission. Not sure which program is the best fit? Our advisors can recommend the most suitable plan based on your academic goals.

Step 2. Interview

If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to an interview with a CRI program advisor. The interview will assess your academic interests and program fit. Admission and scholarship opportunities are determined based on the results.

Step 3. Enrollment & Preparation

Once admitted, submit your tuition payment to confirm your place. Prepare for the first class by reviewing pre-program materials and completing a short assignment.

Step 4. Begin Your Research Journey

Start your research with world-class professors and teaching assistants. From foundational learning to final paper presentation, you will be guided through a structured academic process.

Program Timeline

Program Dates: December 21, 2025 – January 3, 2026
(no classes on Dec 24, 25, 31, and Jan 1)
Final Paper Submission: January 3 – February 2, 2026

Step 1. Research Proposal Development

Learn how to design a research plan and refine your own topic. In this stage, you will formulate your initial research questions, which are then sharpened with guidance from the professor. A preliminary Zoom meeting with the faculty provides insights into your area of interest and helps you set a clear direction.

Step 2. Drafting and Iterative Feedback

This is not a lecture-based program. Through daily live sessions with the professor, your draft evolves into a full research paper. Over 50 hours of direct collaboration make this program truly unique. With feedback from faculty and mentors, you will develop and refine the introduction, body, and conclusion of your paper.

Step 3. Finalization and Presentation

Complete the final revisions of your paper and prepare for submission. You will conduct presentation rehearsals and strengthen your communication skills through Q&A sessions with professors and peers, ensuring you are ready for the final defense.

Why Is Research Important for Students?

Top universities seek more than just strong grades — they value students who demonstrate depth of inquiry and original research experience.
In fact, one-third of admitted students at the University of Pennsylvania report having completed a research paper.
The CRI Research Program is designed to help students prepare for admission to leading universities by completing a research paper under the direct guidance of world-class professors.

Exclusive Opportunity: The only program in Korea offering direct mentorship from global faculty

Proven Curriculum: Developed over 12 years of experience

Focused Format: Complete your paper through an intensive 10-day program

Contact

Application Deadline: Friday, November 21, 2025, 11:59 PM (KST)

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Universities Our Students Have Been Admitted To

"Thanks to this program, I not only received a strong recommendation letter from my professor, but also gained clarity in my academic direction."
— Seong O.O., Summer 2024 Participant, Admitted to Stanford University

"As a community college student, I wasn’t sure how to prepare for transfer. Through this program, I built research experience aligned with my major, which became the centerpiece of my application essay."
— Park O.O., Summer 2024 Participant, Transferred to UC Berkeley

Q&A

Topics are based on each student’s academic interests and personal curiosity. Before the program begins, we review the student’s areas of interest and finalize the topic in consultation with the professor. If a student has difficulty deciding, the professor will suggest several options from which the student may choose.

Each cohort is kept intentionally small, with a maximum of 10 students per professor. Based on our years of experience, we have found that 10 students is the optimal size for maintaining meaningful interaction between faculty and students. To ensure the highest quality experience, we limit enrollment even if it means not all interested applicants can be accommodated.

In addition to the professor, graduate-level teaching assistants from leading universities support students throughout the research and writing process. Students may reach out to TAs for assistance whenever needed. In past years, TAs have included PhD candidates from the University of Chicago and UC Berkeley, as well as master’s students from Harvard.

Yes. The program is designed for intensive, focused learning. Students spend over 50 hours in live sessions with professors and teaching assistants, which exceeds the contact hours of a standard 3-credit university course. Additional group work and guided support ensure that every student can complete a research paper. In fact, last year’s cohort achieved a 100% paper completion and journal submission rate.

Curiosity and a willingness to learn are the most important. As long as you are eager to explore new ideas and solve problems, you are well-suited for the program. In the past, even students with no prior experience in research successfully completed papers by reviewing over 1,000 articles and conducting original analysis within 10 days.

All sessions are conducted online.

Unlike many programs where professors only appear briefly, at CRI the professor is directly engaged for 20+ hours of teaching and feedback. From topic selection to drafting and final presentation, professors provide live, personalized guidance throughout. Each session is interactive rather than lecture-style, enabling professors to truly understand each student’s work — a key factor that leads to meaningful recommendation letters.

Yes, though it is not guaranteed for all participants. Professors write comprehensive mid-term and final evaluations based on approximately 50 hours of direct observation. Students who meet the required standard (B+ or higher) may receive a recommendation letter that can be used for college applications. These letters are detailed, evidence-based, and carry strong credibility — admissions officers recognize that the professor genuinely knows the student’s academic abilities.

Awards

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This Winter BreakResearch with Professors from Caltech & Oxford