Eligibility

Application to the BSLA is competitive

To be considered, you should:

  • Be a junior in high school
  • Be a first-generation, rural and/or underrepresented minority student
  • Rank in the top 25 percent of your class
  • Be enrolled in a competitive curriculum, which might include AP, IB or honors; foreign language; or advanced mathematics courses
  • Be actively involved in extracurricular and leadership activities
The 2025 BSLA application is open — apply by March 1!

Learn how to apply

Additional program information

Cost

The program is free to participants!

Transportation

Participants are responsible for their travel to and from the one-day, on-campus session.

Questions

Contact us at bsla@osu.edu for more information.