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Boston University: High School Honors Online
Overview
An online summer program for rising juniors and seniors offering up to two college-credit courses taught by Boston University instructors. Students engage in live lectures, discussion boards, and assignments on a flexible weekly schedule with peers globally.
At a glance
Deadline
May 29199 days
Sessions
May, Jul6 wk sessions
Formats
Online
Location
Online
Cost
$7,000+from $6,760
Entering grades
11th, 12th
Acceptance
Rolling basis; decisions made within three weeks of application verification. Admission considers high school grades, course rigor, standardized test scores (optional), personal statement, and letters of recommendation.
Application requirements
Online application form
Required
High school transcript
Full transcript beginning 9th grade, including fall 2025 grades (minimum quarter 1 or semester 1 progress report); screenshots from academic portal accepted if student name visible
Personal statement
500–750 words describing why attending the program
Letter of recommendation
One required from academic teacher; one optional from counselor, advisor, or teacher (not from tutors, coaches, or test prep facilitators)
Standardized test scores
Optional for summer 2026 (SAT, ACT, PSAT, or PreACT; unofficial/screenshot acceptable)
Application fee
$75 nonrefundable
International students
Current valid passport, F-1 visa forms, proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo if English not native language)
Cost & sessions
Tuition for 8 credits: $6,760 (pending approval for summer 2026). Application fee: $75 (nonrefundable). Service fee for online students: $75. $1,000 nonrefundable deposit required to secure place (applied to tuition). Additional fees may include $200 laboratory fee for some science courses. Student Health Services: $25 per visit.
Financial aid
Limited financial aid available based on financial need and academic merit. Summer Term Scholarship (need-based): one scholarship available with preference for strong financial need. Online students enrolled in only one course are NOT eligible for financial aid. Required documents: pages 1–2 of parents'/guardians' 2024 or 2025 Federal Income Tax Form (SSNs blocked) and letter from parent/guardian describing financial situation.
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