Our Programs
Progressive curriculum designed to take you from local competitions to international excellence.
2026-2027 Schedule
Program Timeline
Our curriculum is designed around the USNCO competition schedule
Summer Orgo Intensive
late July, 2026 • 5 days intensive
Local Problem Solving
early August, 2026 • Local Exam track (for Level 3 prep)
Nat'l Problem Solving
early August, 2026 • Nat'l Exam track (for Level 4 prep)
late Aug – mid Oct, 2026
mid Oct – mid Dec, 2026
early Jan – late Feb, 2027
Local Exam
late Feb - mid Mar, 2027
Nat'l Exam Bootcamp
mid-Mar – early Apr, 2027
National Exam
mid Apr, 2027
Study Camp
early Jun, 2027
Class Schedule
2026-2027 Calendar
Live Zoom sessions, exam dates, and milestones — all in one place. Times shown in Eastern Time (ET).
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Modules
What You'll Learn
Same three modules at every level — the depth changes, not the topics
How Modules Work
All levels follow the same 3-module structure with shared core topics. Each level adapts the depth, difficulty, and problem sets to match your experience and competition goals.
Complete USNCO Coverage
10/10 TopicsOur 3 modules cover all 10 topic areas tested on the USNCO Local and National Exams. Each topic comes with detailed learning objectives — distilled by Dr. Chen from 10+ years of past exam analysis.
You won't find this breakdown anywhere else — browse the full list of learning objectives for free.
Choose Your Path
Which Level is Right for You?
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Level 2 — Local Prep
Enrollment Open1+ year of solid chemistry.
Goal: Excel at the USNCO Local Exam.
Dr. Chen: Fri 8:30-10pm ET
Staff: Sat 7:30-8:30pm ET (tentative)
Level 3 — Nat'l Prep
Enrollment OpenCompleted AP Chemistry or equivalent with distinction.
Goal: Honors (top 190) and beyond on National Exam.
Dr. Chen: Sat 8:30-10pm ET
Staff: Sun 7:30-8:30pm ET (tentative)
Level 4 — Camp Prep
Enrollment OpenStrong foundation in USNCO Local.
Goal: High Honors (top 50) and Study Camp qualification.
Dr. Chen: Sun 8:30-10pm ET
Staff: Fri 7:30-8:30pm ET (tentative)
Not sure? Start at Level 2 — you can switch levels between modules. Or take our 2-min level wizard →
Want the full picture — hours per week, prerequisites, and every session? Compare all three levels in depth →
What You Get
All Programs Include
Program Structure
Weekly Sessions
Learning Materials
Flexible Levels
Learning Options
Progress Tracking
Mock Exam Platform
Practice Like the Real Thing
Our dedicated platform helps you prepare with authentic exams and detailed analytics
10+ Authentic Exams
Full-length exams matching USNCO Local & National format
Topic Breakdown
Performance analytics by Learning Objective to target weak areas
Review Mode
Review wrong questions and retry them to reinforce learning
Detailed Analytics
Percentile ranking, time analysis, and score history tracking
Score Overview—Detailed results with score breakdown
Intensive Training
Special Programs
Focused intensives to accelerate your preparation
Summer Orgo Intensive
July 27–31, 2026 · 10 two-hour sessions in 5 days (two sessions/day)
Mon–Fri · 1-3 PM & 8-10 PM ET
College-level crash course covering organic chemistry foundations, mechanisms, and reactions (first 8 chapters). Get ahead before fall semester — recommended for Level 3 & 4 preparation.
9.4/10rated by the 11 students who reviewed the 2026 weekLocal Problem Solving
Aug 3–7, 2026 · 5 two-hour sessions in 5 days
1-3 PM ET
Master the calculation-heavy and concept-driven topics and learning objectives at the core of the USNCO Local Exam through deep, comprehensive analysis of real Local-Exam problems — building a rock-solid foundation for Level 3 this fall and your run at the 2027 National Exam.
Best for students who completed AP Chemistry and plan to take Level 3 classes in the fall
8.9/10rated by the 7 students who reviewed the 2026 weekNat'l Problem Solving
Aug 3–7, 2026 · 5 two-hour sessions in 5 days
8-10 PM ET
Master National Part I through deep, targeted analysis of the most common and highest-impact topics and learning objectives — forming the conceptual and problem-solving breakthroughs you need to thrive in Level 4 this fall and make a run at 2027 National High Honors and Study Camp.
Recommended for 2026 USNCO Local 45+ or National 30+ scorers planning to take Level 4 classes in the fall
8.9/10rated by the 8 students who reviewed the 2026 weekNat'l Exam Bootcamp
Next cohort Mar 18 – Apr 8, 2027 · $599 live / $499 recording
Enrollment opens this winter
Pricing
Choose Your Option
Save $50 on 2 modules or $100 on 3 modules with live class bundle pricing
Live Classes
Interactive Zoom sessions + recordings included.
Weekly lecture from Dr. Chen plus a separate staff session, real-time Q&A, and peer learning
Recording Only
Learn at your own pace with 1-year access to all recordings.
Great for mid-year starters or busy schedules - catch up on completed modules anytime
Free Study Resources
Complement your preparation with these free guides
Ready to Start?
Choose your level, pick your modules, and begin your path to USNCO excellence.