International Student Information
Visiting international students are welcome to take courses at Boston University Summer Term. Whether you choose to study full-time in the summer or just want to take one course while you visit the U.S., we are here to help you understand and navigate the rules and regulations for studying at BU this summer. Please be aware that taking Summer Term courses does not constitute admission to a degree program at Boston University.
Registration Dates for International Students Applying to Summer Term
Summer 1
January 15 - May 3
(for students needing a Boston University I-20)
January 15 - May 21
(for all other students)
Summer 2:
January 15 - June 10
Start and End Dates for Standard Summer Term Courses
Summer 1
May 21 - June 28
Summer 2:
July 1 - August 9
To register for Boston University Summer Term, international students need to complete several forms depending on their current immigration status. Some of these forms are online, and some need to be mailed, emailed, or faxed to the Summer Term office.
If you are interested in studying at Boston University this summer, please read the information posted on each linked page below carefully. On these pages you will find out how to register for summer courses, including the documentation that you need to submit depending on your current immigration status.
If you have any questions about the registration process, please contact us - we're happy to help you with your questions.