How to Apply for High School Honors

Please be sure to visit our website on December 15 for updated information about the 2010 program.

Admissions

We consider applicants who are entering their senior year of high school. Exceptional juniors will also be considered. Admission is based on a combination of high school grades, courses taken, class rank, standardized test scores, personal statement, and letters of recommendation.

How to Apply Online

Online submission of application requires two steps:

  • Submit the online form electronically
  • Mail in or fax the rest of your application materials listed:
  • A one-page, single-spaced personal statement. Tell us why you want to attend High School Honors.
  • An official copy of your high school transcript, including your fall 2008 grades.
  • A copy of your most recent PSAT, SAT, or ACT scores. If you have not yet taken these tests, please explain why in your application.
  • Two letters of recommendation (one from an academic teacher and one from a guidance counselor).
  • A $50 non-refundable application fee. Make checks payable to Boston University.

International students must complete and include additional forms with their application.

How to Apply Using a Paper Form

To apply using a paper application form, please submit the following materials to Boston University Summer Term:

  • A completed application form.
  • A one-page, single-spaced personal statement. Tell us why you want to attend High School Honors.
  • An official copy of your high school transcript, including your fall 2008 grades.
  • A copy of your most recent PSAT, SAT, or ACT scores. If you have not yet taken these tests, please explain why in your application.
  • Two letters of recommendation (one from an academic teacher and one from a guidance counselor).
  • A $50 non-refundable application fee. Make checks payable to Boston University.

International students must complete and include additional forms with their application.

Mailing Address:
Boston University Summer Term
High School Honors Program
755 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 105
Boston, MA 02215
Fax: 617-353-5532

Students applying for Financial Aid

  • A letter describing your general financial situation and the particular circumstances that prevent you from paying the full cost.
  • Pages 1 and 2 of your parents Federal Income Tax Form.

Contact Us

For any further questions or comments, contact the program staff at 617-353-1378, or e-mail buhssumr@bu.edu.