The mentor is matched to the student based on the chosen subject major. We select the most suitable mentor with the most relevant background for each student. To ensure seamless progress and full commitment from the mentor, one-on-one mentorship proves to be the most effective form of guidance for students. Our team first provides the student with 2–3 mentor recommendations, from which the student or family can select one.

If a student is too busy with other commitments, they can choose to postpone certain classes. However, we recommend that students complete the program within the stipulated time to ensure classes proceed with minimal interruptions, which could hinder the progress of the project.

The student is expected to commit their time to the program to ensure they get the most out of it. They must be willing to receive constructive feedback to improve their research work and attend classes on time as agreed with the mentor. For any class cancellations, the student is expected to provide at least 24 hours’ written notice.

One hour per week is spent with the mentor, with an additional 2–5 hours per week on average dedicated to the project. The time required for each student varies and largely depends on their own discipline and commitment to the program.

The mentor is expected to outline the goals and objectives of the program best suited for the student during and after the first session. The mentor will provide a one-hour video chat session per week and offer additional guidance via email outside of the video chat sessions.

At the end of the program, students will have produced valuable research work that enhances their resume. Additionally, under the guidance of their mentor, the research work is suitable for future academic use. With dedication, the student may also earn a letter of recommendation from the mentor. Both the student and their family will receive midpoint and final evaluations from the mentor.

The mentor and student ultimately decide together on the mentorship plan during the first session, based on the student’s interests, capabilities, goals, and ideas, as well as the professor’s expertise and current research.

Mentors must enjoy working with students and be committed to helping them achieve their program goals. All of our mentors currently teach courses at top universities in the U.S. and U.K. They may be professors, researchers, or lecturers at these selective institutions. Their knowledge comes from years of teaching or professional experience, and they all provide valuable insights to students.

All mentors have a structured working schedule and plan their time efficiently. The Collegiate Mentorship Program also limits the number of students each mentor can work with. Certain mentors in more popular courses are booked quickly, so we recommend that students commit to the program as soon as possible to secure their ideal mentor.