Harvard’s Admissions Committee evaluates candidates based on community involvement, leadership, and excellence in extracurricular activities, including research experience and publications. Applicants with research backgrounds are up to 7x times more likely to gain admission.

Oxbridge holds applicants to rigorous academic standards and values demonstration of deep commitment to their subject, notably through research. Those with research experience have 7x times the admission prospects of other applicants.

Stanford University demands exceptionally high academic standards and values engagement, creativity, and innovation in activities beyond standard coursework, including independent research. Research-experienced students are up to 7x times more likely to be admitted.

MIT’s creative portfolio admission program encourages students who have completed substantial independent research projects to submit a Research Supplement. Research indicates that these applicants are up to 7x times more likely to be accepted than those without research experience.

Imperial College London considers well-rounded candidates, assessing academic achievements alongside extracurricular activities, work experiences, and personal accomplishments. Research experience notably multiplies the likelihood of admission by 7x.