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- GYA Accredited Since: Unaccredited by the GYA. Please see the Standards for more information.
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Enrolling:
Yes - Mission Statement:
Polygence is an online research and mentorship program dedicated to democratizing access to research opportunities and to providing students with genuine mentorship at key moments in a learner's education. We celebrate all types of intelligence and empower students to use their intelligence to explore their passions in real and meaningful ways--whether you are interested in climate change, art, mental health, quantitative biology, fashion, or privacy law--the sky's the limit.
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Polygence is a self-paced, virtual program hosted on Polygence's own celebrated learning management system. Students work directly with their expert mentor in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. Mentors support students to dive into topics the students select, and guide them through a project towards a real, tangible deliverable. Depending on the topic, students create websites, business plans ,advocacy campaigns, fashion shows, podcasts, research papers -- the sky's the limit!
Program Outcomes
- Collaboration
- Research Skills
- Independent Research
- Communication
- Inquiry-driven Learning
- Self Actualization
- Deliverable Creation and Finalization
Program Details
- Program Starts: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
- Program Duration: Less than 2 months, Semester, Yearlong
- Typical Program Cost: $2,800
- Program Financial Aid: Yes
- Other Financial Aid Details:
Students with household income below $90,000 are eligible for financial aid.
Staff Training and Certification
Polygence mentors are selected based on their exceptional academic background, teaching experience, and unique ability to inspire the next generation of innovative thinkers and industry leaders.