Pioneer Research Institute deadline extended to April 12, 11:59 PM EDT for Easter. One-time exception. Submit early—competition is intense.
Don’t wait. You can drive change now.
These complex global challenges need the next generation of changemakers!
In the Global Problem-Solving Institute (GPSI), you’ll step into a virtual, interdisciplinary program to take on meaningful projects and develop university-level research and writing skills. Along the way, you’ll gain new problem-solving abilities that’ll give you the confidence to make a real, lasting impact.
In this college-accredited program, you’ll address real-world research projects and collaborate with peers around the globe:
Spring, Summer, and Fall sessions available — View deadlines
Assess the technology shaping tomorrow. Explore how to steer AI and emerging tech toward a safer, more ethical future.
Address complex challenges of chronic conditions with locally focused solutions.
Develop innovative solutions that help communities better face climate change and build smarter, more sustainable access to food.
Design solutions that improve access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene for communities everywhere.
Find new ways to expand access to opportunity and support business innovation in communities worldwide.
Want an inside look at the program?
Discover what you’ll learn, get the details, and explore what makes this an experience unlike any other.
Late January ― late April
Early June ― late August
Mid September ― mid December
Grades 9–12 welcome. Join peers from around the world and bring your ideas to life.
Participate from virtually anywhere. No matter where you live, you can collaborate, learn, and make an impact.
Developed in conjunction with UNC-Chapel Hill, the Pioneer evaluation reflects rigorous standards and credible assessment that colleges trust, backed by Pioneer’s longstanding academic reputation since 2012.
Scholarships are available in countries and cases where need can be reliably verified. Tuition shouldn’t hold back your curiosity and growth.
Sure, AI can give you answers instantly, but it can’t make you a critical thinker or a future leader.
As computers increasingly handle routine tasks, students who can collaborate, lead, analyze and innovate to solve problems will leave the rest behind.
Why problem-solving can’t wait:
In a world full of information, your ability to think critically is what sets you apart.
“This program reshaped my perspective on the world and how I can be an agent of change.”
“Your teaching didn’t just help me learn new material. It fundamentally shifted how I think.”
“I’m proud of my work, but even more grateful for the skills and curiosity Pioneer helped me develop.”
The more you explore a problem, the more it can change. Our interdisciplinary approach helps you build the skills today’s world demands — systems thinking, teamwork, creative problem-solving, and true intellectual independence. You’ll take on evolving challenges, collaborate with students from around the globe, and create innovative solutions that actually make a difference.
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Thank you for your interest in Pioneer’s Global Problem-Solving Institute (GPSI). The application for the Fall 2025 terms is now available. Please select your country/region below:
