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BUA by the Numbers
- 225 students
- 12 average class size
- 9:1 student to teacher ratio
- 54% students of color (self-reported)
- 27% of students receive need-based financial aid
- 45 cities and towns represented
- 30 languages spoken at home
- 1472 mean SAT score for the BUA Class of 2024
- 33 mean ACT score for the BUA Class of 2024
- 25% of the Class of 2025 recognized in National Merit Scholarship Program competition
Test averages reflect scores submitted to colleges.
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Our Mission
At Boston University Academy, kind and curious students who love learning are challenged to read deeply and think critically, to explore adventurously at Boston University, and to engage meaningfully in our community and beyond.
Core Values
Inquiry | Knowledge | Independence | Belonging | Joy
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Welcome to BUA
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Featured News
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On Being There: Head of School Chris Kolovos Delivers Opening-of-Term Address
September 5, 2025On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Boston University Academy Head of School Chris Kolovos welcomed students, faculty, and staff back to school with opening remarks... More
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BUA Building Undergoes Historical Restoration
August 12, 2025Not one to miss out on wellness trends, Boston University Academy is getting a glow-up. Beneath the scaffolding and plywood, the exterior of our building... More
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BUA Milestone: Celebrating Nick Dent’s 20th Year
July 25, 2025This year, longtime math teacher Nick Dent celebrates his 20th year at BUA. In the classroom, as an advisor, on the ultimate field, and... More
Head of School Blog
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Smart is Cool
September 12, 2025Every August, I meet with the family of each new student by Zoom. I ask about the parents’ stories, their child’s path, and their... More
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“Hey, do you want to join us?”
September 5, 2025I’m writing from Camp Burgess, our annual outdoor orientation trip for 9th and 10th graders. Days are filled with kayaking and swimming in the... More
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Known and Loved
May 2, 2025I’ve visited about a dozen classes this week. I’ll pop in and then follow up in a meeting with the teacher to hear more... More