Kilachand Decision Appeal
We understand that many talented and intellectually curious applicants may not have been offered a place in Kilachand Honors College, and at times, we offer an appeal opportunity to those who remain interested in joining our community.
Our ability to welcome additional students to Kilachand is determined by available space in our specialty residences. As such, we accept appeals on a rolling basis as space allows.
Appeal Form
Thank you for submitting your Kilachand Honors College appeal. Appeals are reviewed in April and May and considered as space in KHC allows. You will hear back from KHC by early May regarding your appeal.
Appeal FAQs
Q: How will I know whether I was admitted to Kilachand?
A: Admitted students will see a welcome letter from Kilachand Director Professor Melissa Holt in their MyBU Portal.
Q: Can I use the appeal form to apply to Kilachand?
A: Please only use the appeal form if you applied to Kilachand Honors College when applying to Boston University and would like to be reconsidered for admission to Kilachand.
Q: Is my appeal likely to be accepted?
A: Appeals are considered as space allows. Unfortunately, we may not always have the residential or classroom space to welcome additional students to our community, but we are often able to extend a limited number of invitations.
Q: I was admitted to BU Early Decision. Can I appeal my Kilachand decision?
A: Absolutely! However, please be mindful that we do not begin to review appeals until after Regular Decision notifications are released, so a few months may pass before you receive a decision depending on when you submit your appeal.
Q: You said we may hear back in early May but the commitment deadline is May 1.
A: That is correct. As appeal decisions are released on a rolling basis as space allows or becomes available, some students may not be offered a place in Kilachand until after committing to Boston University or another institution. If you have a pending appeal and do not commit to Boston University, you do not need to take any action; we will remove your appeal from our pool.
Q: How will I hear about my appeal decision?
A: You will receive an email directly from Kilachand Honors College to the email address you used when applying to Boston University.
Q: I still have questions, who can help?
A: Please connect with our team at honors@bu.edu if you have any further questions about admission to Kilachand Honors College or our appeal process.