Indigo Research

Indigo Research runs one-on-one virtual research programs in which high school students are matched with a mentor and complete a research project on a flexible timeline of 3 to 12 months. Tiers include Explorer (10 hours, about 3 months), Researcher (20 hours, about 6 months) and Innovator (45 hours, about 12 months), which includes two credits from UCSB Extension. Tuition starts at $3,900, and no scholarships are currently offered.

Offered by Indigo Research. Research for high school students in Worldwide. Format: Online. Cost: Paid. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: STEM, Humanities

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online.
Cost
Charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Indigo Research

When is the Indigo Research deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Indigo Research free?

No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.

Who can apply to Indigo Research?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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