Boston University Summer Journalism Academy

 For those who are thinking about a career in communications or enjoy writing, we have just the thing: the Boston University Summer Journalism Academy, hosted by BU’s College of Communication.

For 13 years, our program has taught high school students core skills in news reporting, interviewing, and writing, while focusing on hands-on experience in and around Boston and their home communities. Taught by award-winning working journalists such as Pulitzer Prize winner Lara Salahi , students learn how to follow facts and get to the heart of stories affecting communities. 

Students are challenged to step outside their comfort zone and experience life as a working journalist. In the past, our students spoke with policymakers, reported from a massive immigration march, and highlighted issues affecting teens during the pandemic. They learned how to interview strangers, ask probing questions, and assemble information in a concise story with a deadline.

Students learn practical skills over each two-week session, but they also get a taste of how a newsroom operates.

For students living on-campus, they have the opportunity to:

• Meet with Boston University's representative to discuss the college admissions process
• Explore what it's like living in a residence hall and studying in a university environment
• Experience Boston museums, historical sites, and neighborhoods during free time

Two-week sessions begin on June 20, July 4, and July 18. Students decide if they would like to attend our in-person or virtual programs. They also have the option to participate in our writing and reporting program, photojournalism program, or both.

Do you know students who would be a good fit for the Summer Journalism Academy? Please encourage them to learn more by visiting our website and to apply soon, as spots are limited.

If they are accepted to our program and pay the registration fee by March 31, they will receive a special discount of $400 off the in-person tuition (EARLYCAMPUS22) and $200 off tuition for our virtual program (EARLYRLFH22).