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BU offers summer camps and programs from a wide variety of disciplines for students K\u201312. Whether you\u2019re looking to gain confidence in mathematics, expand your skills in journalism, hone your choreography abilities, or participate in pre-college programs, BU has an opportunity to help you meet your goals. If you\u2019re in search of enriching experiences that will allow you to build connections and explore your interests, check out the opportunities listed below.<\/p>\n
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\nThe <\/span>Boston University Upward Bound<\/a> program is a free, federally-funded college preparatory program that serves low-income and first-generation college potential high school students from Boston. This program provides an academically intensive six-week residential summer program and an after-school program of tutoring and academic courses during the school year. For a glimpse at Upward Bound <\/span>click here<\/a>. \u00a0<\/span>Priority Application deadline for Summer 2026: April 15, 2026<\/span><\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n\u2705 Summer Challenge | For students entering 10th\u201312th<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nIt\u2019s called Summer Challenge because it pushes you in so many ways. You will explore your interests, discover new ones, test your academic boundaries, and immerse yourself in the college experience. Along the way, you will make new friends and get to know more about Boston University. Are you up to the challenge?<\/p>\n\u2705 High School Honors | For students entering 11th or 12th<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nReady to push your limits academically? Excited to get out of your comfort zone, explore new subjects, and earn college credit? If this sounds like you, High School Honors offers a Boston University pre-college experience that will challenge you and expand your horizons.<\/p>\n\u2705 Academic Immersion (AIM) | For students entering 11th\u201312th<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nPicture this: three stimulating weeks on campus engaging in intensive study, with classmates who feel just as passionate about a single academic topic as you do. This year’s topics include Introduction to Experimental Psychology, Introduction to Medicine, Creative Writing, and Business.<\/p>\nSTEM<\/h3>\n
\u2705 Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists | For students ages 14\u201318<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nPROMYS is a six-week summer program at Boston University designed to encourage strongly motivated high school students to explore in-depth the creative world of mathematics in a supportive community of peers, counselors, research mathematicians, and visiting scientists.<\/p>\n\u2705 GROW | For young women in 11th<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\n(Greater Boston Research Opportunities for Young Women) is a six-week paid internship for young women in high school who are seriously interested in STEM careers. Participants will earn a stipend of $1500 working in a BU research lab. Students will be placed in a biology or chemistry lab and participate in cutting edge research in a collaborative group session.
\nFeb. 9 or 16: application opens
\nApr. 17: applications due
\nJul. 6 \u2013 Aug. 14: program dates<\/strong><\/p>\n\u2705 RISE Internship\/Practicum | For students in 11th<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nAt the Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) program, you will spend six weeks at BU conducting university laboratory research with some of the nation\u2019s brightest scientific minds while advancing your STEM knowledge and skills.<\/p>\n\u2705 U-Design | For students entering grades 6-8<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nU-Design is a fun STEM program with a focus on engineering. It is designed for children who will be entering grades 6-9 in the fall of 2025. Each U-Design workshop offers a hands-on workshop experience to give young students the opportunity to learn about engineering and broader STEM concepts.<\/p>\n\u2705 Upward Bound Math Science | For Students entering 10th -12th grade<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nThe Boston University Upward Bound Math Science program is a free, federally-funded college preparatory program that serves low-income and first-generation college potential Boston and Chelsea high school students interested in science, technology, engineering and math. This program provides an academically intensive six-week residential summer program and an after-school program of tutoring and academic courses during the school year. For a glimpse about Upward Bound Math Science, go to this link<\/a>. Priority Application deadline for Summer 2026: April 15, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\u2705 First Inspiration for Research in Engineering | For students entering 9-12<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nParticipants will immerse themselves in the multifaceted world of engineering. Attendees will benefit from a curriculum that seamlessly integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, thereby equipping young minds with the skills and insights necessary to navigate and contribute to the field of engineering effectively.<\/p>\nMarketing and communications<\/h3>\n
\ud83d\udd0e The Summer Journalism Academy | For high school students<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nThe Summer Journalism Academy offers a hands-on experience for high school students interested in journalism, writing, or photography. Students will have the opportunity to expand their skills and prepare for college, either through a residential experience on campus or through remote instruction from home. Lessons are taught by working journalists and grounded in real-life experience.<\/p>\nSport and movement camps<\/h3>\n
\u2705 Camp Terrier at FitRec | For ages 5\u201315<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nWith a variety of interest areas, your camper can choose how to spend their summer vacation. Each area has its own learning outcomes and goals.<\/p>\nMusic, theatre, and visual arts programs<\/h3>\n
\u2705 Wheelock Family Theatre | For students K\u201312th<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nDive into creative expression by choosing from a wide variety of Wheelock Family Theatre summer class offerings. From musical theater, to acting, theater design, creative arts immersion and more\u2014there is an opportunity for everyone to increase their knowledge and ignite their imagination.<\/p>\n\u2705 BU Tanglewood Institute | For for ages 14\u201320<\/mark><\/small><\/h4>
\nAs a student at BUTI, you become part of the Tanglewood continuum\u2014a rich and expanding family of artists. From your peer musicians in training to teachers who inspire, all the way through to the TMC Fellows, members of the BSO, and rock stars in the field, you can see yourself every step of the way. All it takes is one summer and you\u2019ll forever be a part of this community of artists, educators, leaders, and advocates. You can expect a transformational summer of music making and growth. You\u2019ll step outside your comfort zone to challenge yourself, broaden your perspective, and forge bonds that last a lifetime. Application deadline: January 17<\/strong><\/p>\n