BUILDING THE NEXT GENERATION OF RESEARCHERS
A world-class research program for ambitious students.
4x
Our alumni are 4 TIMES more likely to be accepted to Ivy Leagues (20%) than the global average (5%)
3.86
Average GPA of Lumiere Scholars
34
Average ACT score of Lumiere Scholars
Founded by Harvard and Oxford researchers, the Lumiere Research Scholar Program helps students work 1-on-1 with a Ph.D. mentor to learn about the cutting edge in their field of interest and produce an independent research project.
OUR SCHOLARS
Our students have gone on to join the world’s best universities, start non-profits, and represent their countries in global competitions.
LINH
Reed College, Class of 2026
Phan Boi Chau High School for the Gifted
“Besides being an academically rigorous program, the learning environment at Lumiere is so friendly.”
Research Paper— How Hong Kong protesters use visual arts as a form of self-expression
AVNI KAUR CHADHA
Yale University, Class of 2029
The Emerald Heights International School
“Research is helpful because of the skills it helps you develop.”
Research Paper—Acting with Impunity: How Legal Provisions in India Enable Police Entrenchment
A GLOBAL COMMUNITY OF AMBITIOUS STUDENTS
Our students and mentors represent some of the most globally competitive institutions.
Lumiere Scholars
Lumiere PhD Mentors
WE ARE PROUD TO BE ACADEMICALLY RIGOROUS
Our students are curious thinkers, passionate learners, and ambitious leaders.
RESEARCH DEPENDS ON MENTORSHIP
That’s why we have over 1000 mentors from world-class universities excited to train the next generation of researchers.
ONYINYE NWANKWO
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
Ph.D. Candidate
Physics and Astrophysics
SPECIALIZATION
Atmospheric and Space Sciences
DR NATALYA SUKHONOS
HARVARD UNIVERSITY
Comparative Literature
SPECIALIZATION
Russian Literature, Narrative, Philosophy
WHY DO RESEARCH?
MAKE AN IMPACT ON THE WORLD
Every day, we read about research that changes our lives—from studies on vaccines to new computational algorithms. Each of these breakthroughs comes from researchers working to advance their field.
GAIN EXPERTISE IN A TOPIC
The goal of research is to extend human knowledge in an area. When you do research, you learn about the advances that came before you and contribute to our current knowledge.
STAND OUT FOR ADMISSIONS
Creating a research project is an effective way for you to showcase your strengths and demonstrate your abilities. Doing research can help at each stage of life—whether applying to college, grad school, or your next job.