At a Glance

Profile

  • All students are from the City of Boston
  • 12-month, innovative first-year college program
  • 93% completion rate (Foundation Year, 2009-2010)
  • Students can earn 44 quarter hours of credit
  • Low student-to-faculty ratio of 8:1
  • Classes taught by full-time Foundation Year faculty
  • Average class size: 20
  • Students are on campus from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday

Academic community and support

  • Comprehensive and rigorous academic support, including writing and math tutors
  • Assistance with transfer and financial aid applications
  • Daily access to faculty and student advisors

Internships and experiential learning

  • Career exploration and training workshops
  • Exposure to Boston area businesses

Campus

  • 73-acre, award-winning campus in the Fenway Cultural District of Boston
  • Access to Snell Library which is home to more than 960,000 volumes
  • More than 260 student-led clubs and activities
  • Fully equipped fitness center