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What is the difference between High
School Honors and Summer Challenge?
High School Honors is a six-week, credit
bearing program for students entering their senior year of
high school. Summer Challenge
is a two-week, non-credit program for students entering their
sophomore, junior, or senior year of high school.
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What year do I need to be
entering in 2009 to participate in High School Honors?
You need to be entering your senior year in fall 2009.
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What is the difference between
General Honors and Research Internship Program?
General Honors students take two classes for credit alongside
current college students. Research Interns spend about 40
hours a week performing research in a lab under the guidance
of a faculty mentor.
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Is this a commuter or residential
program?
Students can either commute or stay on campus as part of the
High School Honors Program.
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Can international students
participate?
International students are eligible to participate in the
General Honors track of the program. They need to obtain a
student visa in order to enroll. The Research Internship is
not open to international students. Please see the
International High School Students page for more information
for international students.
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Where can I get an application
for the High School Honors program?
Applications will be available on December 15.
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How many students attend High
School Honors?
Approximately 130 students attend the High School
Honors Program.
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How competitive is the Research
Internship Program in the High School Honors program? About
how many students are accepted into the Research Internship
Program?
The Research Internship in Science and Engineering is a highly
competitive program. We usually receive over 100 applications
for about 30-40 spots.
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Do you have a specific format
for the teachers' recommendation letters?
Yes, we do. The forms will be available December 15.
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What if I have not yet taken
the PSAT, SAT, or ACT?
A PSAT, SAT, or ACT score is required for admission. If something
has prevented you from taking one of the tests, please indicate
why in your application materials.
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Do research applicants have
to send a statement of purpose and a personal essay
Yes, you need to send in both a statement of purpose and a
written essay.
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What are the admissions
criteria?
We give the most attention to your high school transcript.
Our students last year had an average 3.7 GPA and 1270 SAT
score. Positive recommendations, extracurriculars, and a well-written
essay are also taken into account. Placement in Research Internship
Program also depends on space availability.
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Can I check and see if my
application is complete?
Yes, we encourage you to ensure that all your materials have
arrived at our office. Please call our office at 617-353-1378
or email us at buhssumr@bu.edu
to check on your application status.
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How long after I send in
my application should I expect a response?
We work to get responses out within 2 to 3 weeks after receipt
of your completed application. Decision letters on Research
Internship applications begin being sent out in mid-March
and may take longer than 3 weeks.
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Once accepted into High
School Honors, am I required to go to the program? Is acceptance
binding?
Acceptance is not binding. You can either accept or decline
our offer of admission.
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What courses will be offered
in the 2009 High School Honors program?
The list of course offerings will be available December 15.
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What is the schedule for
classes in the High School Honors program?
Your schedule will depend on the courses you choose. You can
find the days and times of courses listed at the end of each
course description.
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How many hours is each class
in the High School Honors program?
Classes vary in length depending on how many days a week they
meet. The hours the class meets are listed at the end of each
course description.
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How many courses do General
Honors students take?
General Honors students must take two courses, no more, no
less.
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What is the cost of the
High School Honors program?
The 2009 tuition and fees will be available December 15.
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Is there financial aid available?
Yes, there is limited financial aid available. We base awards
on a combination of merit and need. Please click
here to learn how to apply for financial aid.
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What are past projects that
research interns have worked on
For some examples of past projects, please click
here.
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Will I know my research
project before I accept my spot in the program
You will learn about your lab placement before you accept
your spot but not your project. You will learn about your
project once you begin in the lab.
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Do you offer any SAT preparation
courses during the summer?
No, we do not offer SAT preparation courses.
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Will the credits I earn
in the summer High School Honors program be transferable?
Most colleges will accept Boston University credit. You need
to speak with your school, however, for confirmation.
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Do you take students to
visit other colleges?
No, we do not go as a group to visit area colleges, but you
may arrange your own visits during your free time.
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Is there a curfew?
Yes. The curfew is 11:00 pm during the week and 12:00 am on
weekends.
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Are students free to leave
campus?
All planned activities are mandatory, however during the free
time, students can leave campus as long as they have at least
one other student with them and they let a program assitant
know they are leaving.
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What is the schedule of
activities for High School Honors?
You can see a sample schedule of activities on the Schedule
of Events page.
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Who can I contact at Boston
University if I have more questions?
Any of our staff would be happy to help you. You can find
all of our information on the Contact
Us page.
