Pioneer Academics | Application Form

2 High school information
In the [High School GPA field], please indicate whether your GPA is weighted or unweighted. (Example: 3.8 unweighted) If your school does not calculate a GPA on a 4.0 scale, please enter 'N/A'.

3 Testing information

Please indicate and list your scores for any of the following tests that you have taken. These tests are not mandatory to complete your application, but providing any completed scores provides information that will increase your chance of admission.

Note: if you encounter trouble uploading your test scores, you may email them to admissions@pioneeracademics.com.

Have you taken the SAT test?
Yes

Have you taken the ACT test?
Yes

If you have taken Advanced Placement tests, please provide the test name(s) and score(s):
Yes

Have you taken the TOEFL or IELTS test?
Yes

Enter details below for your TOEFL or IELTS test. (TOEFL is preferred if you have taken both.)

We encourage you to attend one of our online information sessions so you can better understand the program and how to prepare a successful application.

The sessions are conducted every weekend through the video conference system we use for the program. Information sessions are about 50 minutes long. You only need your computer or mobile device connected to the internet. Students who attend an information session in person or online are also granted a priority deadline that will guarantee their application is reviewed while every research area still has at least one spot open. With more students applying globally every term and each professor working with only three to five students, this will attending an information session will give you an edge in the admissions process if you decide to apply.

You can register for any of the sessions through after submitting your application. A link will be available on the Confirmation page.

4 Research Field Preference
Please choose up to four. Choices can be changed after application is submitted. If you are interested in a few areas, we strongly suggest that you apply to three or four research fields. That will help us better understand your interests and give you the highest chance to be admitted to the program.

Research Fields offered:

Anthropology

Architecture

Art History

Astronomy

Biology

Business

Chemistry

Computer Science

Ecology

Economics

Culture Studies

Education

Engineering

Environmental Studies

Film Studies

History

International Relations

Literature

Mathematics

Media Studies

Music/Music Theory

Neuroscience

Physics

Political Science

Philosophy

Psychology

Science, Technology & Society (STS)*

Sociology

*STS is a multidisciplinary field that examines how social, cultural and political values influence and are influenced by scientific and technological developments.

4.1Area of interest 1:

Please list relevant courses and tests (SAT II, AP, etc.) that you’ve taken in this area, including scores and grades. For STEM areas, please list and describe experience in calculus, statistics, other higher level math courses, chemistry, physics, biology, psychology, computer programming and coding. (Please provide scores and grades): (450 chars. maximum) Do you have any other experience or qualifications in this field? Tell us anything about your background that may be helpful in considering your application to this subject area. Please answer in essay format.: (450 chars. maximum) Why do you want to engage in this research area? Please answer in essay format. (100-150 words):

4.2Area of interest 2:

Please list relevant courses and tests (SAT II, AP, etc.) that you’ve taken in this area, including scores and grades. For STEM areas, please list and describe experience in calculus, statistics, other higher level math courses, chemistry, physics, biology, psychology, computer programming and coding. (Please provide scores and grades): (450 chars. maximum) Do you have any other experience or qualifications in this field? Tell us anything about your background that may be helpful in considering your application to this subject area. Please answer in essay format.: (450 chars. maximum) Why do you want to engage in this research area? Please answer in essay format. (100-150 words):

4.3Area of interest 3:

Please list relevant courses and tests (SAT II, AP, etc.) that you’ve taken in this area, including scores and grades. For STEM areas, please list and describe experience in calculus, statistics, other higher level math courses, chemistry, physics, biology, psychology, computer programming and coding. (Please provide scores and grades): (450 chars. maximum) Do you have any other experience or qualifications in this field? Tell us anything about your background that may be helpful in considering your application to this subject area. Please answer in essay format.: (450 chars. maximum) Why do you want to engage in this research area? Please answer in essay format. (100-150 words):

4.4Area of interest 4:

Please list relevant courses and tests (SAT II, AP, etc.) that you’ve taken in this area, including scores and grades. For STEM areas, please list and describe experience in calculus, statistics, other higher level math courses, chemistry, physics, biology, psychology, computer programming and coding. (Please provide scores and grades): (450 chars. maximum) Do you have any other experience or qualifications in this field? Tell us anything about your background that may be helpful in considering your application to this subject area. Please answer in essay format.: (450 chars. maximum) Why do you want to engage in this research area? Please answer in essay format. (100-150 words):

You need to provide a transcript or equivalent information on your academic standing before Pioneer can review your application and determine if you will move on to the interview stage.

Clear photo(s) or screenshot of your transcript or report card, showing all of your high school grades to the present time will suffice at this stage. This will enable Pioneer to inform you sooner if your application will be selected for consideration in the interview stage.

Please review the options below. In the text box, write the number (1, 2, 3…) that is next to the option which most closely describes your transcript situation:

Please download and fill out the transcript release form below. Please upload a scanned copy or picture to your application, along with your other materials.
Transcript_Release_Authorization_Form.pdf