Upcoming Events

Virtual Open House

Sunday, September 27 | 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 2 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
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Join us virtually to learn more about our dynamic community of learners and distinctive program of studies. Following a welcome program featuring our Head of School, Director of Enrollment Management, and a student panel, there will be sessions to hear from our esteemed faculty, learn more about financial aid, connect with our parent network, and explore the clubs and activities offered at BUA. Register now to receive the Zoom links prior to the scheduled events.

BUA | Commonwealth | Winsor
Joint Information Session

Thursday, September 3 | 7:00-8:00 p.m.
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We welcome your family to join Directors of Admission from Boston University Academy, Commonwealth School, and Winsor School for a virtual event to learn more about our academic programs and unique communities. We will share information about our respective schools and outline our plans for our engaging and exciting admission processes this year. There will also be an opportunity for Q&A.

BISC Virtual School Fair

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 13, 2027 | 7:00 p.m.
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Join us to hear from a panel of Admissions Directors from 19 Boston-area Independent Schools talk about mission-driven education, high academic standards, individualized student experiences, educating the whole child, and other topics relevant to the applicant’s journey towards enrollment. The program will begin with a panel, followed by zoom meeting rooms to allow families to connect with individual schools and learn more about their specific programs and admission processes.

Commuting Webinar

Wednesday, November 4 | 7:00-8:00 p.m.
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Curious about how BUA students get to school each day? Join our live Commuting Webinar on Wednesday, November 4 at 7:00p.m. to hear first-hand from our students about how they manage their daily commutes. Over 85% of our community takes advantage of public transportation options to commute to school from close to 50 different cities and towns around Massachusetts. We welcome applicants and their parents to join and there will be ample opportunity for Q&A!

Past Events

Milk & Cookies

Join us virtually to hear from a panel of Boston University Academy’s most recent graduates about their experiences at BUA and what they will miss most about our community when they head off to college in the fall. This event is intended for 7th graders and their families who are beginning to explore high school options.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 — 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Watch the recording here.

Virtual Alumni Panel Moderated by Head of School Chris Kolovos

We hope you will join us to hear from a panel of BUA Alumni about their experiences at the Academy, what they are up to now, and how they stay connected with their alma mater. The panel will be moderated by Head of School Chris Kolovos and there will be opportunity for Q&A.

This event is intended for families applying to BUA for entry in September 2026.

Thursday, February 12, 2026 — 7:30—8:30 p.m.
Watch a recording of the Alumni Panel

Affordability Night

BUA offers more than $3 million in need-based financial aid to almost 1/3 of our students each year. This financial commitment ensures that BUA remains a community of thoughtful, talented, kind, and curious students from a broad range of backgrounds and geographic locations. Join us virtually to hear from our Financial Aid team to learn about our financial aid program and tips and tricks on how to apply. There will be opportunity for families to submit questions prior and during the event.

Wednesday, November 5 – 7:30 p.m.

Watch a recording of the Affordability Night webinar