Summer Challenge: How to Apply
Admissions If you are entering your sophomore, junior, or senior year of high school in fall 2026, we invite you to apply. Admission decisions take into consideration your high school grades, previous courses, and personal statement. The application must be submitted by the prospective student, not by a parent, guardian, counselor, agent, or other party. […]
Summer Challenge: Tuition & Payment
Tuition & Fees Application Fee (nonrefundable) $75 Tuition* $3,730 Service Fee $75 Housing & Dining $1,440 Lunch (commuter students) $184 Student Health Services Fee** $25 per visit Note: All summer 2026 tuition and fees are pending approval. *Note: A $1,000 nonrefundable deposit (applied to tuition) is required once you commit to attending Summer Challenge in […]
Summer Challenge: Calendar & What to Expect
Summer Challenge is a fast-paced and fun-filled program. Below, you will find useful information about the program, no matter which session you attend. Be sure to read through our check-in and departure sections for key details about arrival, final presentations, and more. 2026 Program Calendar Residential Session 1 Sunday, June 14, 2026 – Friday, June […]
Summer Challenge: Seminars
Boston University’s Summer Challenge seminars allow you to engage in a high level of learning and achievement with other high school students—without focusing on grades. Choosing two noncredit seminars (one morning, one afternoon), you’ll participate in lectures, discussions, individual and group work, project-based assignments, and field trips. Small class sizes ensure ample attention from experienced […]
RISE: Frequently Asked Questions
The RISE application deadline has passed and applications are now closed.
RISE: Housing & Dining
Residential students The RISE application deadline has passed and applications are now closed. 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 […]
RISE: Admissions Timeline
The RISE application deadline has passed and applications are now closed. Application Submission Submit your online application and all required supplemental materials. Supplemental materials include your recommendation request, high school transcript, optional standardized test scores, and financial aid documents (for those applying for financial aid). We will contact you if any additional or corrected materials […]
RISE: How to Apply
Admissions The RISE application deadline has passed and applications are now closed. If you are entering your senior year of high school in fall 2026 and are a US citizen or legal permanent resident, we invite you to apply. Admission decisions take into consideration your high school grades, rigor of courses taken, standardized test scores […]
RISE: Tuition, Aid & Payment
The RISE application deadline has passed and applications are now closed. Tuition & Fees Application Fee (nonrefundable) $75 Tuition* $5,930 Service Fees $485 Student Health Services** $25 per visit Housing & Dining Options Housing + 14 meals per week $3,978 Housing + 19 meals per week $4,320 Note: All summer 2026 tuition and fees are […]
RISE: Calendar & What to Expect
The RISE application deadline has passed and applications are now closed. RISE is a six-week program like no other. Below, you will find useful information about the program, whether you enroll in the Practicum or Internship track. Be sure to read through our check-in and departure sections for other key details. Program Calendar Summer 2026 […]
