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Quest Student Research Institute is a US tax-exempt 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Mission Statement
Our nation becomes more and more reliant to foreign-born talent in STEM. The gap continues to widen disproportionately for underrepresented groups. Our mission is to close the STEM gap through early exposure and equitable access to research in diverse groups under the guidance of college professors. ​

Our Goals

  • Provide research opportunities for high school and undergraduate students under the guidance of higher education professionals, primarily in STEM and education, to meet the current and future challenges of our nation. In particular, we aim to diversify the STEM workforce through early exposure to research
  • Promote, organize, and conduct seminars and symposia addressing current issues in STEM and education
  • Plan and arrange scholar and student exchange programs among institutions of higher learning and disseminate knowledge through scholarly publications

Commitment to Diversity

We strongly believe that the best science is accomplished in diverse and collaborative groups with excellent growth benefits to student researchers. With this in mind, our projects are accomplished with a group of 4-6 student researchers. First, a pool of students is made for each project based on eligibility and merit. Then, the second selection process is done to make student research groups that are academically, culturally, economically and otherwise diverse. In addition, there are excellent leadership opportunities for undergraduate and returning high school students. ​

Research Stipends 

 We are able to provide research stipends in the form of fellowships to eligible students. 
Throughout the year, we apply for grants and organize fundraising activities so that we can provide our research internships at no cost to students and financially support those eligible for research stipends. Each grant has different requirements (such as low-income or disabled students) and may be specific to certain research projects.​
  • Minorities, women, disabled, deaf/HoH, and low-income students are particularly encouraged to apply.

​Financial Management & Transparency​

  • We strive to reduce costs that are not directly related to student research
  • Once you have donate to us, you can request a full report on exactly where your money was spent
  • 100% of donations are used for programs and services
  • See our DONATE page for the current financial breakdown of our spending for public donations
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