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Boston University Summer Term Pre-College Programs
2027 Summer Camps / Camp directory / Boston University High School Honors
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston University High School Honors
Study undergraduate courses alongside university students for a six-week experience of graded college work.
Residential students choose two undergraduate courses for which they meet prerequisites, earning up to eight BU credits. The examples below illustrate possible fields; ask about the 2027 course list.
University summer program
CAMP-MA-006
Program organizer & learning outcomes
University / venue relationship
Run by Boston University, with study in its undergraduate classrooms.
Credit / certificate
BU course credits and grades; an official Boston University transcript is available for a fee.
Courses & activities
Mathematical foundations for computing
Combinatoric structures explores logic, proof, induction, counting, sets and functions.
International relations
Examine conflict, cooperation and governance through theories of states, international institutions and globalization.
Neuroscience
Explore biological foundations of behavior and cognition, drawing on psychology, clinical science and neuroethics.
Psychology
Study learning, memory, perception, development, personality and social psychology.
Camp features & life
Undergraduate classroom experience
Attend courses with BU undergraduates and other university students, completing formal academic requirements.
Credits and transcript
Qualifying coursework earns BU credit; an official transcript is available for a fee. Transfer acceptance is decided by the receiving institution.
Residential support
Residence halls have around-the-clock security and live-in staff, with program assistants coordinating activities and curfew.
Who might enjoy this camp?
- Ready to take on genuine undergraduate coursework
- Has strong academic English skills
- Can balance coursework and daily life over six weeks
Students using BU-sponsored F-1 status must take two in-person courses totaling eight credits. Rising juniors need honors/AP preparation. Commuters must live with a relative or approved adult.
2027 dates & tuition
2027 dates & tuition
Contact an advisor
6 weeks
Contact an advisor
Ask about 2027 tuition, housing, meal and service fees; also check books, health insurance, travel and transcript charges. International students are not eligible for this program’s financial aid.
Travel & participation
Non-native English-speaking international applicants must submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo scores and meet the published overall and section requirements.
Prepare I-20/F-1 documentation early. Health insurance is required, along with immunization documentation including a valid two-dose MMR record.
Housing typically uses two- or three-person rooms and shared bathrooms, with no roommate requests; choose the appropriate university meal plan.
Confirm arrival, departure and transport after final 2027 dates are released.
Campus, venue & activity photos
Enquiries & Applications
Discuss this camp and participation arrangements with an ASCWORLD education adviser.
Enquiries & Applications