Boston University Academy
The mission of Boston University Academy is to educate talented students who are passionate about learning and who share the joy of inquiry.
Engaging with dedicated teachers in a small and caring community, students first immerse themselves in a classically based curriculum and then continue their intellectual interests at Boston University, a major research University.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Top Ranked MA School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 193 students
- Yearly Tuition: $37,988
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31
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Boston University Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1993
Student Body
Total Students
193 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
86%
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Students take courses at Boston University for college credit
Average SAT score
1110
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31
Yearly Tuition Cost
$37,988
% on Financial Aid
39%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$20,889
Admissions Director
Director of Admission and Financial Aid
Admissions Associate
Tessa Steinert Evoy
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Admission Ambassadors, Art Club and Gallery Hoppers, Ballroom Dancing, Camping/Outdoor Education Club, Chamber Ensemble, Chess Club, Chorus, Digital Photography, Drama, Gay Straight Alliance, Jazz Band, Literary Magazine, Math Club, Model United Nations, Outing Club, Peer Advisors, Peer Tutors, Robotics Team, School Newspaper, Science Team, Student Council, Yearbook
School Notes
- The Academy provides an exceptional education for students with genuine intellectual curiosity, strong academic abilities, and a diversity of interests. A small, independent day school of 150 students, the Academy is located on the Boston University campus and offers highly motivated students in grades 9 – 12 an unparalleled preparation for the college experience. Engaging with dedicated teachers in a small and caring community, students first immerse themselves in a classically based core curriculum and then continue their intellectual interests by studying coursework at Boston University. Students take as many as two University classes a semester in grade 11 and as many as four in grade 12. Prior to graduation, all Academy students must complete an independently researched senior thesis under the guidance of a university professor as well as 20 hours of community service each year.
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Grades
Students
Grades: 9-12 | 135 students 1.6 miles 151 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 266-7525
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 266-7525
1.6
9-12
135
Grades: 7-12 | 225 students 1.4 miles 247 Marlborough Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-4530
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-4530
1.4
7-12
225
Grades: K-12 | 1,020 students 6.8 miles 170 Centre Street
Milton, MA 02186
(617) 898-1798
Milton, MA 02186
(617) 898-1798
6.8
K-12
1,020
Grades: PK-12 | 1,015 students 2 miles 80 Gerry's Landing Rd
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 547-6100
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 547-6100
2
PK-12
1,015
Grades: 6-12 | 490 students 3.3 miles 791 Hammond St
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
(617) 738-2700
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
(617) 738-2700
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6-12
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