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For Parents & Counselors

Everything you need to know about OCAR programmes — to help the students in your life make the most informed decision.

For Parents

Supporting your child’s academic journey

We understand that choosing a research programme for your child is an important decision. OCAR is a rigorous, supportive, and transparent programme — and we are committed to keeping parents informed and involved throughout the experience.

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Fully Online & Safe

All OCAR sessions take place online. Students work in structured environments with PhD candidate mentors who have been carefully vetted by the OCAR team.

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Regular Progress Updates

Parents receive regular updates on their child’s progress throughout the programme, and can reach out to the OCAR Academics Team at any time.

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Meaningful Outcomes

Students graduate with a completed research paper and skills that translate directly into stronger university applications and academic performance.

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Transparent Tuition

All pricing and scholarship information is available on request. We are committed to transparency — no hidden fees.

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For School Counselors

Recommending OCAR to your students

School counselors and college advisors play a vital role in helping students find the right enrichment opportunities. OCAR is designed to complement existing school curricula and provide students with a genuinely distinctive experience to bring to their university applications.

Why Counselors Recommend OCAR
Rigorous & Authentic
Real research with real PhD researchers — not a simulated or watered-down experience.
Selective Programme
Acceptance rate under 20% — a meaningful credential for university applications.
Proven Alumni Results
Our alumni attend Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, MIT, and more. Nearly 1/3 of US-bound alumni attend an Ivy League school.
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We’ll send you a detailed overview of our programmes, admissions process, and example student research papers.

Have more questions?
Our team is happy to speak with parents and counselors directly.
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