Boston University

Name	Boston University
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym	BU
Founded	1869 Origins date back to 1839
Motto	Learning, Virtue, Piety
Colours	Scarlet and white
Mascot	Rhett the Boston Terrier
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Address	One Silber Way Boston 02215 Massachusetts United States
	Location Map and Satellite View
	(617) 353 2000
	(617) 353 2053
Other locations	Los Angeles, Washington DC, London, Paris and Sydney

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Boston University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Boston University's academic range and degree level offering.

Boston University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
	Undergraduate		Postgraduate
	PreBach degrees	Bachelor degrees	Master degrees	Doctoral degrees

Arts & Humanities A&H
Language & Cultural L&C
Business & Social Sciences B&S
Medicine & Health M&H
Science & Technology S&T
Engineering Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Boston University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered. The above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

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Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Boston University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Boston University.

Boston University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local students	over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)	over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)
International students	over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)	over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Boston University's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.

Admission Information

Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).

Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 10-19% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.

Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.

Admission Requirements

Secondary school GPA is required
Secondary school rank is required
Secondary school record is required
Completion of college-preparatory program is required
Recommendations are required
Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
Admission test scores are required
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES

International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Boston University has more than 8400 international students.

Admission Office

233 Bay State Road
Boston 02215
(617) 353 2300

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Boston University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.

Size and Profile

Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.

Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 2,500 to 2,999 members.

Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.

Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.

Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.

Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

Disabled Students %

Not reported

Religious Affiliation

None.

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.

University Facilities

University Library

Yes
Boston University's library has 12 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 1,304,308 physical volumes, 173,217 physical media, 143,674 digital/electronic media and 466 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 191 full-time employees, including 74 librarians. Boston University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Boston University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 11,356 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

Men’s Teams
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cheerleading
- Crew (rowing) heavyweight
- Crew (rowing) lightweight
- Cricket
- Cross-country
- Cycling
- Equestrian
- Fencing
- Figure Skating
- Football
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Ice Hockey
- Inline hockey
- Jiu-Jitsu
- Kendo
- Kung fu
- Lacrosse
- Martial Arts
- Rugby
- Sailing
- Shotokan karate
- Skiing Alpine
- Ski racing
- Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Softball
- Squash
- Swimming and Diving
- Table Tennis
- Tennis
- Track and Field (indoor)
- Track and Field (outdoor)
- Triathlon
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Women’s Teams
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Cheerleading
- Crew (rowing) heavyweight
- Crew (rowing) lightweight
- Cross-county
- Cycling
- Equestrian
- Fencing
- Field Hockey
- Figure Skating
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Ice Hockey
- Jiu-Jitsu
- Kendo
- Kung fu
- Lacrosse
- Martial Arts
- Rugby
- Sailing
- Shotokan karate
- Skiing Alpine
- Ski racing
- Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Softball
- Squash
- Swimming and Diving
- Synchro swimming (women only)
- Synchro skating (women only)
- Table Tennis
- Tennis
- Track and Field (indoor)
- Track and Field (outdoor)
- Triathlon
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
- Water Polo

Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University Services

Financial Aid

Yes

Boston University financial aids include With affordableBU, BU will meet 100% of the demonstrated financial need for admitted, first-year students who are US citizens or permanent residents.
They are offering expanded financial aid packages that will make up the difference between the cost of attendance and what the student can afford.
For more details, individuals can visit BU Financial Aid at https://www.bu.edu/finaid/.

Study Abroad

Yes

Boston University offers study abroad opportunities through its Global Programs office. This office collaborates with all 17 schools and colleges, the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences, and over 130 centers and institutes to enhance the visibility and impact of the University’s education and research worldwide.

Moreover, the Global Programs office administers Boston University Study Abroad (BUSA) academic year and summer programs across various international locations:

Australia
Chile
China
Czech Republic
Denmark
Ecuador
England
France
Germany
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Japan
Mexico
New Zealand
Singapore
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Switzerland
Taiwan

Additionally, BUSA operates programs within the United States, specifically in Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. These programs, serving around 2,400 students annually (undergraduates and graduates), are not degree-granting and fall under the academic supervision of the applicable school or college of the University.

Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Academic Counseling

Not reported

Career Services

Not reported

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Boston University's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Boston University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1929

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Boston University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Boston University you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Boston University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.

Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Boston University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

Association of American Universities (AAU)
Universities Research Association (URA)
Association of Independent Colleges and Universities in Massachusetts (AICUM)
National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU)
International Association of Methodist-related Schools, Colleges and Universities (IAMSCU)
National Athletic Association (NAA)
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA I)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.

Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Boston University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Admissions

Introduction

Admission Information

Gender Admission

Admission Selection

Admission Rate

Minority Serving

Admission Requirements

International Students Admission

Admission Office

Size and Profile

Introduction

Size and Profile

Student Enrollment

Academic Staff

Control Type

Entity Type

Campus Setting

Academic Calendar

Disabled Students %

Religious Affiliation

Facilities and Services

Introduction

University Facilities

University Library

University Housing

Sport Facilities/Activities

Institutional Hospital

University Services

Financial Aid

Study Abroad

Distance Learning

Academic Counseling

Career Services

Recognition and Accreditation

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Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

Affiliations and Memberships

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic Structure

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