Student Achievement Grant — Boston Intellectuals

Boston Intellectuals  ·  Cambridge, MA  ·  Student Support Initiative

Student Achievement Grant.
For Those Who Compete.

We cover the costs — olympiads, conferences, summer boot camps, mentorship programs, Boston area housing, and US tech & research internships — so talented students can grow without financial barriers.

Full Cost Coverage Olympiads & Conferences Travel · Lodging · Meals · Fees All Disciplines
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What We Fund

Three Grant Categories

The Boston Intellectuals Student Achievement Grant supports participation across seven program types — from olympiad competitions to summer boot camps, mentorship, housing, and internships. All affiliated costs are covered.

🏛️ Olympiad & Competition

Harvard Olympiad Participation

Cover your travel, lodging, meals, and registration to compete in the Boston Intellectuals Annual Finale or qualifying rounds held on the Harvard campus across all disciplines.

🎓 Academic Enrichment

Conferences & Bootcamps

Academic symposia, STEM workshops, AI bootcamps, leadership intensives, and other skill-building programs that advance your intellectual development and college readiness.

🌍 Educational Tour

Ivy Standard Campus Tour

The 8-day Ivy League Educational Camp Tour — Harvard to Yale, Boston to DC — offered to finalists and participants after Boston Intellectuals events. See the Ivy League firsthand.

🎯 Mentorship · 6–8 Months

College Mentorship Programs

Structured 6–8 month one-on-one mentorship with Harvard and Ivy League students, researchers, or professionals — covering sessions, materials, platform fees, and all program costs.

☀️ Summer Programs · USA

Educational Summer Boot Camps

Intensive residential or commuter summer programs across the United States — coding, STEM, pre-college, leadership, or research camps — with travel, lodging, and tuition fully covered.

🏠 Housing · Greater Boston

Boston Area Housing Support

Short-term housing assistance in the greater Boston area for students attending BI events, Harvard programs, or academic activities — covering deposits, monthly rent, and utilities for program duration.

💼 Internship Sponsorship

Tech & Research Internships

Short-term internship sponsorship at top US tech companies or leading educational and research institutions — covering relocation, housing, transportation, and on-site professional expenses.

Full Grant Coverage
7 Program Types
4 Expense Categories
Harvard Final Venue

The Home of American Academia

Boston  ·  Cambridge  ·  Harvard

Every grant-supported student joins the Boston Intellectuals community — a network of scholars, competitors, and future leaders rooted in Cambridge.

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Grant Application Form

Tell us about your program and how it will support your growth. We cover all affiliated costs — just apply below.

Boston Intellectuals  ·  Student Achievement Grant

Grant Application 2026

Applications reviewed by the Boston Intellectuals Programs Office  ·  grants@bostonintellectuals.org

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Applicant Information
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Program Details
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Estimated Expense Breakdown
Category Description Amount (USD)
🏨 Lodging
✈️ Transport
🍽️ Meals
🎟️ Fees
Estimated Total $0.00
✅ Grant covers all affiliated costs. List every expected expense so we can fully support your participation.
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Why This Program Matters  (150 words max)
0 / 150 words
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Video Feedback & Accountability
🎥 Optional — but greatly appreciated

Short videos before and/or after your program help us document impact and demonstrate accountability to our donors. Videos are kept internal unless you give permission to share publicly.

📹 Pre-event video

1–2 min clip sharing your goals and excitement before the program.

🎬 Post-event feedback

A short reflection on what you learned — serves as proof funds were used as intended.

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Identity Verification & Supporting Documents

🪪 Required for all applicants. Upload a selfie holding your government-issued photo ID (passport, driver's license, or student ID). You may also attach official program paperwork.

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Upload selfie with ID
JPG, PNG or HEIC  ·  Max 10 MB  ·  Click or drag to upload

📌 How to take your selfie — follow the example below:

Selfie with ID example: correct pose — hold ID at chest, face visible above it.
✅ Hold your ID at chest level — fully visible — with your face clearly showing above it.
❌ Do not cover your face with the ID card.
❌ Do not let the ID card go out of frame or become blurry.
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Upload acceptance letter or registration confirmation
PDF, JPG or PNG  ·  Max 10 MB per file  ·  Click or drag
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Certification & Signature
"I certify that the information provided above is accurate and complete, and that funds, if awarded, will be used solely for the program described in this application. I understand that a post-event report or video may be requested as a condition of receiving the grant."
Applications reviewed by the Boston Intellectuals Programs Office.
grants@bostonintellectuals.org  ·  bostonintellectuals.org/grants