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Boston University’s High School Summer Programs give students access to college-level academics at one of the country’s largest urban research universities. Participants may enroll in credit-bearing High School Honors courses or choose from structured non-credit programs like Summer Challenge and Academic Immersion across fields such as STEM, business, medicine, and the arts. High School Honors students study alongside BU undergraduates for six weeks, while immersion tracks offer intensive two-to-three-week experiences. Residential participants live on campus and take part in organized programming, while commuter and online formats—primarily through the Honors track—expand access. Enrollment is selective; students must meet specific GPA thresholds and submit application materials including transcripts and recommendations. For families seeking a substantive summer experience in a major city, BU provides a flexible pathway into university study within a flagship research environment.