Admitted Students
Congratulations on your admission to Boston University Summer Term Pre-College Programs! We hope you’ll decide to join us for an incredible summer experience at BU. We have provided a few links with resources to help you prepare. Please be sure to take some time to review this important information. Enrollment Procedures Student Services Travel to […]
Information for Parents & Guardians
For some of you, this is the first time that your child will be away from home for a significant period. In this section, we hope to give you an idea of what to expect in the areas that matter most to you. If you have any questions that we have not answered here, please […]
Family & Friend Visits
We know you’re looking forward to immersing yourself in new academic challenges and making new friends. Chances are, you may want to invite your family and friends to Boston for a visit so you can share the experience with them. If so, please view our policies for residential students regarding family and friend visits. Daytime […]
Planned Program Activities & Free Time
Boston University Summer Term Pre-College Programs offer a true pre-college experience. Along with rigorous academics, our high school programs provide a well-planned and exciting social experience at BU. We want you to spend your time with us figuring out what it means to be a college student. That means learning to balance your academic work […]
Student Conduct
Boston University reserves the right to remove a student from the program if, in the determination of University staff, a student’s continued enrollment would create a risk to the health and safety of the student or others, or if the student refuses to cooperate with efforts deemed necessary by the University to evaluate the student. […]
Program Policies
Boston University Summer Term Pre-College Programs have established rules and regulations that apply to pre-college programs. They are designed for your safety as well as to increase your enjoyment of campus life and Boston. Our rules and regulations are strictly enforced. Students found in violation of program or BU rules and regulations will be immediately […]
Summer Preview
The Summer Preview program will be on hiatus for summer 2026. We invite you to explore our four other pre-college programs here. A 1-week program Get a taste of college life for one exciting week this summer. Delve into fascinating subjects. Make new friends. Explore the fun, vibrant city of Boston. Our Summer Preview program […]
Summer Challenge: Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Challenge: Housing & Dining
Residential Students Housing You and your fellow high school students will live together as a community in BU’s residence halls. Boys and girls typically live in separate buildings; if placed in the same building, boys and girls are assigned to different floors. Students may visit other floors in their assigned residence that align with their gender; […]
Summer Challenge: Information for International Students
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to study at a world-renowned university in the United States with students from around the globe? Do you want to engage in new academic challenges and experience American culture in one of the most historic, exciting cities in the nation? Then come join us at Boston […]
