With our open enrollment policy, you don't have to apply for admission to Boston University in order to take summer classes. Simply register for the courses that interest you. Keep in mind that some courses may have prerequisites.

Students can take up to two courses during each six-week summer session. Students wanting to take an overload (more than two courses in a session) need permission from the director of Summer Term. If approved, the overload class must be added using a Summer Term Class Adjustment Form.

Financial aid for summer enrollment is limited to certain federal student loans, certain federal and private credit-based loans, and Federal Work Study. Students must meet eligibility requirements to qualify. There are no summer grants or scholarships available from Boston University. Learn more about financial aid options.

Students who are given approval to audit a course are charged the same tuition as students taking the course for credit. It is not always possible to audit a course. The College of Arts & Sciences (CAS), for example, does not permit students to audit courses in their program. The Summer Term office can advise you if an audit is allowed for a course you are interested in taking. All students attending and participating in a summer course must be officially registered. Students are not allowed to "sit-in" on summer courses.

Payments are due by the first day of each summer session.

Students can drop courses on the Student Link or by completing a Summer Term Class Adjustment Form until the drop deadlines noted on the Summer Term calendar. After the drop deadline, there is no credit for tuition or fees. Students can withdraw from courses with a "W" grade until the deadlines noted in the calendar. Please note that lack of attendance is not equivalent to dropping or withdrawing from a course. Students who do not officially drop a course are held responsible for full tuition and fees.

Please contact the Summer Term office with any questions you might have.

Boston University students can register using WebReg on the Student Link. An advisor signature is not required to register for summer classes, although it is recommended that you consult with your advisor on all course selection issues.

Students can take up to two courses (8 credits) during each summer session. Students wanting to take an overload of more than two courses in a session need permission from their school or college. The overload course can not be added on the Student Link, but must be added using a Summer Term Class Adjustment Form.

Students can change their courses on the Student Link up until the add/drop deadline for each session.

Financial aid for summer enrollment is limited to certain federal student loans, certain federal and private credit-based loans, and Federal Work Study. Students must meet eligibility requirements to qualify. There are no summer grants or scholarships available from Boston University. Learn more about financial aid options.

The Tuition, Fees & Payment section of the Summer Term website lists the per credit cost of summer courses by school and college. Tuition amounts are also listed beneath each course description in the Courses section.

Checks or money orders in U.S. dollars should be made payable to Boston University and sent to Student Accounting Services, 881 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215.

Payments are due by the first day of each summer session.

Yes. Tuition remission is available for eligible Boston University employees during the Summer Term, as long as you remain an employee through the end of August. See www.bu.edu/hr for additional information.

Students can drop courses on the Student Link or by completing a Summer Term Class Adjustment Form until the drop deadlines noted on the Summer Term calendar. After the drop deadline, there is no credit for tuition or fees. Students can withdraw from courses with a ‘W’ grade until the deadlines noted in the Calendar. Please note that lack of attendance will not drop or withdraw you from a course. Students who do not officially drop a course are held responsible for full tuition and fees.

Please contact the Summer Term Office with any questions that you might have.

Students can take up to two courses during each summer session. Students wanting to take an overload of more than two classes in a session need permission from the director of Summer Term (email your request to summer@bu.edu). If approved, the overload class must be added using a Summer Term Class Adjustment Form.

To register online, you must first create a BU login account. See the Registration Section for full information on this process. You may also register using a paper registration form that can be mailed, faxed, or delivered to the Summer Term Office.

International students are not U.S. citizens, and therefore need to go through the immigration process in order to attend BU Summer Term. Visiting students who are not international can simply register for and attend BU Summer Term without any special paperwork.

Financial aid for summer enrollment is limited to certain federal student loans, certain federal and private credit-based loans, and Federal Work Study. Students must meet eligibility requirements to qualify. There are no summer grants or scholarships available from Boston University. See www.bu.edu/finaid for further information.

The Tuition, Fees & Payment section of the Summer Term website lists the per credit cost of summer courses. Tuition amounts are also listed beneath each course description in the Courses section.

Payments are due by the first day of each summer session.

Students can drop courses on the Student Link or by completing a Summer Term Class Adjustment Form until the drop deadlines noted on the Summer Term calendar. After the drop deadline, there is no credit for tuition or fees. Students can withdraw from courses with a ‘W’ grade until the deadlines noted in the Calendar. Please note that lack of attendance will not drop or withdraw you from a course. Students who do not officially drop a course are held responsible for full tuition and fees.

See the Summer Study Internship Program for full information about the program and how to apply.

Students do not generally get paid for the internship in this program.

Students can call or e-mail the Summer Term Office and we will try to help you obtain a copy of a course syllabus.

Yes, we offer several online summer courses. See Distance Education/Online Courses for further information.

Most colleges and universities accept Boston University transfer credits, but you should consult your home institution to confirm that this is the case.  You should send an official Boston University transcript to your home institution once you have completed the Summer Term. 

After you have registered for courses, you will be assigned a BU ID number.  You can obtain a Boston University Terrier ID card at the Terrier Card office in the lower level of 775 Commonwealth Ave.  Valid identification, including a driver’s license, state identification card, or passport, must be presented in order to receive an ID card.  Cards are valid for on-campus identification only. 

Textbooks are available at Barnes & Noble in Kenmore Square.

Please contact the Summer Term Office for any questions you might have.

You do not have to be accepted into a degree program to take summer courses at Boston University. For students who want an American educational experience, but cannot afford the time and the money for a traditional degree program, a Summer Term session is ideal.

Taking the TOEFL is not necessary for course registration in the summer. However, English is the language of instruction at Boston University and most academic programs require a 550 paper-based score or 215 computer-based score.

Students can take up to two summer courses or eight credits during each six-week summer session.

United States immigration regulations require all international students in F-1 immigration status to maintain full-time registration throughout the duration of their summer programs. Full time enrollment is defined as two courses (or eight credits) for one six-week session, or three courses (12 credits) if you enroll for the whole summer.

Although the normal date for registration is March 4, international students can apply now for summer classes. Processing of student visas can be lengthy, and to better accommodate international students, we start the registration process earlier. International students should apply online or send or fax their international forms as soon as possible.

Any international student who is coming to the United States for the purpose of taking classes at Boston University must apply for an I-20 from Boston University and a student visa from their home country. For Boston University to issue an I-20, full-time study by the student is required. Full-time study is enrolling in eight credits if coming for only one summer session, or 12 credits if studying for the entire summer. For further information on summer visas, click here.

Once you have filled out all of your forms and provided us with all necessary documentation, it should take us approximately 15 business days to process your I-20. It will then be mailed to you by courier (FedEx or DHL) international express (2-3 day delivery schedule). You will then need to pay the SEVIS fee and schedule an interview with your local United States Consulate to obtain approval of your visa.

Students who are attending another school full time on a valid I-20 and plan to return to that school in the fall can attend Boston University Summer Term on a part-time or full-time basis. All international students must complete the International Student Data form, submit copies of their immigration paperwork, and check-in with ISSO upon arrival.

There are no scholarships or financial aid available during the summer for visiting students (either domestic or international). All international students must provide their own funding for their summer study.

Housing and meal services are available to students registered for the Summer Term. Dormitory-style and apartment-style residences are available on a space-available basis. Some students also choose to live in apartments or with family members. Boston is a wonderful city to experience during the summer regardless of which housing option you choose. Further housing information can be found at BU Summer Housing.

It is always convenient to have your own computer and all University residences are equipped with Internet-ready connections, but do not feel that a computer is a necessity. Students at Boston University have access to a wide variety of computing resources for communication, course-work, instruction and research. Click here to learn more.

All students enrolled at Boston University during the summer must have valid health insurance. To purchase University health insurance, call Student Accounting Services at 617-353-2870 or go to their website at www.bu.edu/comp/saweb.

Your bill will be sent to the home address indicated on your registration form. Note, however, that you must pay your charges by the dates indicated in the Summer Term calendar, even if you have not yet received a bill in the mail.

U.S. Immigration regulations require that you report to the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) immediately upon your arrival. Please bring your Certificate of Eligibility (I-20/DS-2019), passport, I-94 card, and all previous immigration documents to the ISSO office at 19 Deerfield Street, Second Floor, Boston, MA 02215. It is critical that you report to the ISSO immediately upon your arrival at Boston University, as the ISSO is required to notify the Department of Homeland Security about your arrival and full-time registration. Failure to report to the ISSO or to register and study full-time may jeopardize your lawful student status in the United States.

If you attend BU during the school year and you will continue at BU in the fall, you can simply enroll in summer courses using the Student Link. No additional paperwork is needed

Students may request an official transcript from the Boston Univeristy Registrar's Office, 881 Commonwealth Ave. 2nd. Floor, Boston, MA 02215 or by calling 617-353-3612. Students may request their transcript on line by going to the Registrar's website at the cost of $3. The cost is $5 per copy if made in person.

Any international student who comes to the United States on a F-1 Student Visa and who is enrolled in Summer Session II, may continue his/her studies in the fall semester at Metropolitan College or BU Global. BU Global offers three and four month diplomas and certificate programs to international students every semester. For further information on the Boston University Global see http://www.bu.edu/global/ or call 617-353-8429.