Academic Programs
Office of AHANA Student Programs
Provides leadership, research, and public policy training for undergraduate sophomores, juniors and seniors interested in and committed to the Latino, Asian, and African/African Diaspora (research-interest) communities.
Options Through Education Transitional Summer Program (OTE)
The mission of the Options Through Education Transitional Summer Program is to prepare the transition to Boston College for a select group of diverse students who have demonstrated potential and leadership in spite of challenging educational and financial circumstances. This summer residential program nurtures student’s academic, social, cultural and spiritual development.
As a result of participating in the first OASP College Counseling visit, students will be able to:
- Establish a relationship with one of the OASP Counselors
- Identify and understand the resources available through OASP
- Identify and understand the relevant university resources.
- Identify and understand the university’s academic requirements
- Reflect on how their academic and personal choices will impact their professional options
Study Abroad Summer Tuition Remission
Aids in the retention of students by providing the opportunity to study abroad. Any student wishing to take advantage of this program should first seek assistance from their college counselor at the Office of AHANA Student Programs. If after utilizing available support services, the student finds that they still need to take summer courses, they should apply to the OASP Study Abroad Summer Tuition Remission Program. Students interested in taking courses for academic enrichment may also apply, but need to explain their reason for taking the requested course during the summer.
Aids in the retention of students by providing resources to afford those experiencing academic difficulty the opportunity to improve their status at Boston College. Any student with such difficulties and wishes to take summer courses should first seek assistance from their college counselor at the Office of AHANA Student Programs. If after utilizing available support services, the student finds that they still need to take summer courses, they should apply to the OASP Summer Tuition Remission Program. Students interested in taking courses for academic enrichment may also apply, but need to explain their reason for taking the requested course during the summer.