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During the CIS Summer Camp, program instructors typically spend 4 hours each workday, divided between lectures and research discussion seminars. Research seminars focus on discussions and project guidance, usually conducted in groups. These sessions are complemented by academic instruction led by dedicated instructors, ensuring a seamless and supportive learning experience.

Beyond academics, our program staff organizes engaging events, group activities, sports competitions, and other extracurricular opportunities. Professors and students have ample time to connect outside the classroom and experience the local culture together. Our team is committed to making the summer camp not only academically rewarding but also a truly memorable experience for everyone.

During the CIS Summer Research Camp, almost all students live and dine on our partner university campuses, enjoying a full university campus experience with access to student cafeterias and dormitories. Professors are accommodated in nearby hotels for the duration of the program. In addition to high standards of comfort, we ensure that the hotels offer convenient transportation, reliable internet, nearby dining options, and amenities such as swimming pools.

Our professors have full academic authority in shaping the structure of their courses. They maintain complete control over the overall research directions, while often working collaboratively with students to refine specific topics and approaches. This balance ensures both intellectual rigor and student engagement.

To uphold the highest level of academic quality, we require all professors to design their lectures and discussion sessions in accordance with the standards of their home institutions. This guarantees that students receive an experience that mirrors the depth and integrity of a university-level classroom.

In addition, professors are supported by teaching assistants and program staff who help manage logistics, student coordination, and supplementary learning resources. This allows professors to focus on the core of what they do best: guiding students through research exploration, fostering critical thinking, and nurturing curiosity.

The online lecture program runs for 12 weeks, including one week dedicated to midterm evaluations and one week for final presentations and assessments. Professors typically teach for 10 instructional weeks, ensuring students receive both depth and continuity in their learning.

The program schedule is finalized approximately one month prior to the start date to give both professors and students ample time to prepare. To best accommodate participants from different institutions and time zones, most sessions during the academic year are held on weekends.

Each professor is paired with an academic instructor, typically a master’s or PhD student, who provides additional guidance, manages small-group discussions, and supports both teaching and research activities. This structure allows professors to focus on delivering high-quality lectures and leading advanced research discussions, while ensuring students receive personalized attention throughout the program.

All online sessions are conducted via our in-house NeoSchool platform, providing a reliable and seamless learning environment. To further enrich the digital classroom experience, our team offers technical support, organizes breakout discussions, and ensures smooth communication between professors, academic instructors, and students.

If you are interested in a program but would like to learn more first, you are welcome to contact us to request a detailed program brochure. When you are ready to begin the application process, you may complete the application form here: https://www.neoscholar.us/student-application.

After receiving your application, a program advisor will connect with you to help identify the program and research topic that best align with your academic interests and goals. The advisor will also assist in scheduling an interview to assess your English proficiency and academic readiness.

Upon successful admission, our team will provide you with a program agreement for review and signature. Once payment has been confirmed, you will receive a comprehensive preparation package, including course details and pre-program tasks to ensure you are ready to begin your learning journey.

Finally, the course starts!

Neoscholar research programs attract high school, college, and graduate students from around the world, creating a truly global and diverse learning community. Our students are carefully selected based on their academic achievements, English proficiency, and alignment with research interests.

The selection process begins with a written application, where students provide information about their academic background, accomplishments, and research aspirations. This is followed by an interview, designed to assess both academic readiness and communication skills, as well as to explore the student’s enthusiasm and potential for research.

Through this rigorous process, we ensure that each participant is well-prepared to thrive in a challenging research environment and contribute meaningfully to collaborative learning experiences.

The NeoSchool online learning platform is our in-house developed digital system designed to enhance the learning and research experience for both professors and students. It supports live online sessions, real-time communication, and interactive online discussions among course participants, creating a seamless and engaging virtual classroom environment.

NeoSchool integrates advanced AI features to further enrich the learning experience. AI provides real-time captions and translations, making sessions accessible to students across different languages and regions. Additionally, the platform employs intelligent algorithms to optimize professor-student interactions by identifying high-value questions, ensuring that professors can focus on addressing the most impactful topics.

The platform also includes a unique evaluation and training system that prepares students for upcoming research programs. By combining structured guidance, AI-powered support, and interactive features, NeoSchool empowers both students and professors to engage more effectively, collaborate efficiently, and achieve meaningful research outcomes.

It’s easy to get in touch! You can send us a message through the Contact Us section or email us directly at hello@neoscholar.us. If you’re interested in a specific program, you can request a detailed program brochure, or share your ideas and requests for customized program opportunities.