athena journal for high school research

An International, Peer-Reviewed Academic Journal for High School Students

Free submission. Peer-reviewed. Open access for high school students worldwide

Scientia et Sapientia

Free submission. Peer-reviewed.

SUBMIT YOUR RESEARCH

About

WHO WE ARE

Athena Journal for High School Research is a leading international, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to publishing original research by high school students. Named after the Greek goddess of wisdom, Athena empowers young scholars to share their discoveries with the world.

Whether you're exploring science, engineering, psychology, math, social sciences, or the humanities, Athena provides a platform for motivated students to publish their research and gain global recognition.

With no submission fees, professional peer review, and global reach, Athena Journal bridges the gap between high school curiosity and academic credibility—helping students strengthen college applications, contribute to real-world knowledge, and connect with like-minded researchers.

WHY PUBLISH WITH US

Boost Ivy League Odds

Students who publish original research have an admission rate of 68%, nearly eight times higher than those without such achievements (8.3%).

Fast, free decisions

Submit anytime — no deadlines, no fees. Most students receive peer-review decisions within 14 days of submission. Fast, free, and supportive.

peer-reviewed decisions

Every paper undergoes rigorous academic review, providing students with invaluable experience.

OUR TIMELINE

WEEK 0

Submit your research paper via email. Submissions are accepted year-round with no fee.

WEEK 1

Your paper enters peer review. Experts evaluate quality, originality, and academic integrity.

week 2

Receive feedback from reviewers. Revise your paper to improve clarity and strength.

WEEK 3

Editorial team finalizes a decision and contacts you with acceptance or next steps.

WEEK 4

Pay the $50 publication fee. Congratulations—your research will be published and shared globally!

“Publishing in Athena was a game-changer for my college apps."

Having my research peer-reviewed and published gave me something unique to share in essays and interviews. The process made me feel like a real scholar.

Roy Walter, Northwestern University, Class of 2029

Submission

SUBMISSIOnS

All completed manuscripts must be submitted by email to:

athenaresearchjournal@gmail.com

Manuscripts must comply with the submission guidelines provided here:

GUIDELINES