Selective
Boston University: Academic Immersion (AIM) - Creative Writing
Overview
A three-week intensive residential program in creative writing taught by accomplished Boston University instructors affiliated with the university's MFA Program. Students explore fiction, poetry, and screenplays through morning seminars on formal techniques, afternoon workshops, guest speakers, and visits to cultural institutions, culminating in a writers showcase.
At a glance
Deadline
May 29198 days
Sessions
Jul3 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Boston, MA
Entering grades
11th, 12th
Acceptance
Selective program; decisions based on high school grades, personal statement, and teacher recommendation.
Application requirements
High school transcript
Full transcript beginning 9th grade, including fall 2025 grades (minimum quarter 1 or equivalent report required)
Personal statement
500–750 words describing why applicant wants to attend
Creative writing sample
Maximum 500 words of original creative writing
Teacher recommendation
One letter from a humanities teacher, submitted via email form
Application fee
$75 nonrefundable, paid by credit card
International students - Passport
Copy of current valid passport
International students - English proficiency
TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores if English is not native language
Cost & sessions
Application fee $75 (nonrefundable). Full tuition cost not specified in available sources.
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