Write with us this summer at Boston Korea Summer Journalism Bootcamp!
- 3-week bootcamps starting June, July, & August
- Read and write hard-hitting news articles daily
- Revise your work with multiple rounds of feedback
- Work directly with your passionate writing coach
- Get PUBLISHED in a real online magazine!
- Get the chance to win a Boston Korea scholarship!
Use the code BOSTON10 before March 31st for a 10% discount!

Join us for Boston Korea's 20th Anniversary Special Online Summer Journalism Bootcamp!

Success in college admissions ultimately depends on writing skill. Universities require everything from common application essays to topic-specific writing, from long-form essays to short responses.
Students who haven’t received proper writing training face an extremely difficult time when writing essays during their junior and senior years of high school as they prepare for college applications. Therefore, how children learn to write is crucial.
To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Boston Korea has partnered with Letterly, a specialized writing education institution, to host an online Boston Korea Summer Journalism Bootcamp. Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your child’s writing skills over three weeks this summer!
How it works!

Enroll Now for a Bootcamp!
Boston Korea Scholarships!
At the end of the bootcamp, our editors will select a few excellent student works to be published in an edition of Boston Korea’s publication. These students will also receive a scholarship from Boston Korea!

Letterly has a proven track record of empowering writers, one word at a time.
Inspiration from Previous Letterly Students
See the power of personalized learning reflected in the work of talented young writers!
The Rose Tree in Front of My House
Grace G.
The author reflects on her family’s memories that grow entangled within a rose tree, highlighting their shared history and strong relations. This piece won first place in the 2023 Letterly Journal Summer Writing Competition.
A Chance to Recover
Jerry Z.
In this creative essay, the author recounts the bittersweet anxiety of participating in a chess competition. He paints his opponents as the bearers of some of his greatest lessons, invigorating his drive for becoming better. This piece won second place in the 2023 Letterly Journal Summer Writing Competition.
How to Stay Alive: Be Quiet
Anya C.
In this chilling short piece, the author depicts the haunting reality of life in American schools. She uses deep metaphors and subtle imagery to send chills down the readers’ spines. This piece won second place in the 2024 Letterly Journal Summer Writing Competition.
Les Miserables Made Me Feel Many Things, But Miserable Was Not One of Them
Benjamin
He: This critical review dives into all the best bits and pieces of the world-renowned musical movie, Les Miserables, while highlighting the author’s witty sarcasm and unique commentary.
Simone Biles Wins Gold in 2024 Olympics All-Around
Isabella W.
In this soft news sports article, the author recounts the rollercoaster of events surrounding Biles’ performance at the 2024 Olympics.
Most Students Fail New Challenging Curriculum: AP Sleep
Richard Z.
This witty satirical piece engages with a mix of fact-based research and fictional storytelling to discuss a relevant phenomenon amongst students everywhere.
Student Experiences
Check Out These Testimonials from Previous Students
“Letterly positively impacted me by getting me hooked and infinitely interested in both the editorial and newspaper process, which eventually led me to create my school’s first unofficial newspaper at the beginning of the year. Now I can confidently share my successes as the winner of Letterly’s Feature Frontrunner and Committed Columnist awards, and second place winner in the Letterly special edition writing contest.”
Ben
“What I enjoyed the most about Letterly was how the coaches gave detailed feedback and helped me improve my writing skills with specific advice. The program helped greatly with English class next year, since my writing skill didn’t deteriorate over the summer and had even improved! Before the program, I’d always thought writing was a tedious affair, but after a summer of writing an article per day, I found writing to be more enjoyable, and I’ve also improved on my time management skills from the constant flow of writing prompts.”
Richard
“While participating in The Journal Bootcamp, I interacted with a personal coach who understood my skills and strengths and guided me in the right direction. I could discuss my writing in detail through weekly meetings and receive personalized feedback on improving it. By the end of the camp, I better understood how to create clear and impactful essays that would resonate with the reader. Personally, I improved a lot on word redundancies and expanded my vocabulary. This bootcamp was a great opportunity, and I highly recommend it for aspiring writers.”
Grace
FAQ
Who is eligible to participate in the competition?
The competition is open to all writers in the Boston Korea community who are passionate about writing and interested in journalism.
What is the deadline to register?
Registration for each bootcamp session ends 2 weeks before the start of that bootcamp. The last date to register for the final bootcamp in August will be July 21st, 2025.
What will participants gain from this bootcamp?
Participants will:
- Get daily reading and writing experience on a variety of exciting topics.
- Work 1-on-1 with a tutor to uncover your writing strengths and build confidence.
- Receive up to two rounds of revisions on each article.
- Receive helpful writing tips and techniques along the way.
- Get the chance to get published on the online magazine of Letterly and Boston Korea!
What kind of articles will I write?
Each day of the bootcamp, students will choose from a reading and writing prompt in a different category, including news, culture, literature, creative writing, and more.
How do I register?
Click the registration button for your desired bootcamp higher on this page to start the registration process!