WHAT IS THE HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC RESEARCH COMPETITION?
Running through March and April, SARC is more than just a contest—it’s a guided immersion into the research process, designed for experts and newcomers alike!
You’ll enroll in immersive workshops that guide you through the research process from beginning to end and prepare you for your own research proposal.
Participants compete with the sharpest young minds around the world.
THE HIGH SCHOOL
ACADEMIC RESEARCH
COMPETITION
Pre-Registration is now Open!
RESEARCH TOPIC
SARC is unique in that participants can research any topic they want!
This competition is not limited to the sciences. Your research topic can range from political science, art, and economics to engineering, history, or any other field of interest.
Researchers can choose a topic they’re passionate about, something they wish to dive deeper into, or something they want to study in university.
TIMELINE
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
APRIL
MAY
1st
Early Bird
registrations open
20th
Early Bird
registrations close
17th
Regular
registrations close
24th
Submission of
assessment form
21st
Regular
registrations open
18th
Participant-
exclusive bootcamps
6th
Qualification Round
Winners announced
12th
Video Pitch
submission deadline
20th
Global Winners
Announced
30th
Proposal
submission deadline
WHAT ARE LAST YEAR'S WINNERS SAYING?
Yike Zhang, Top 10 Finalist
“Participating in the High School Academic Research Competition (SARC) was a truly incredible and transformative experience for me. What made this competition stand out was its inclusive approach, which allowed participants to conduct research on any topic of their choice. Moreover, the admin team hosted informative bootcamps, gave access to academic research resources, and created a community of like-minded peers.”
Krishnaaram Muthukumaran, Top 10 Finalist
“SARC was an amazing experience. The workshops conducted were invaluable in guiding me through the research journey as a beginner, from formulating a research question to crafting a proposal. The resources & workshops provided a solid foundation for understanding the research process. Connecting with equally motivated individuals worldwide made it a truly invaluable learning opportunity.”
PARTNERS
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