Boston University
Location
One Silber Way, Boston, MA, 02215
(617) 353-2000
Admission
Acceptance Rate
78,769
Applied
8,749
Accepted
18,805
Enrolled
Application Deadline
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Freshmen | January 5 | April 15 | N/A |
| Other early decision plan | N/A | April 1 | N/A |
| Transfer | March 15 | April 15 | N/A |
Majors
Major and Degrees
Costs
Annual costs for full-time undergraduate students for the most current academic year. Full-time costs are based on 24 credits per year. Tuition rates vary by:
- Academic program/major
- Campus/location
- Class time
- Class load
- Course level
- Student level
Tuition and Fees
N/A
In-state
N/A
Out-of-state
$19,020
Room & Board
Financial Aid
Financial aid can include grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study/jobs. Financial aid packages vary depending on your financial need. Most colleges determine financial need based on your FAFSA
$30,296
Avg. Financial Aid Package
$28,822
Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package
$3,578
Avg. Loan Aid
$20,295
Avg. Grant Aid
$25,432
Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded
85.9%
Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met
34.89%
Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met
Student Body
18,805
Total students
78%
Out-of-state students
21.5%
International Students
18805
Student body size
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
42%
Male
58%
Female
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
|---|---|
| College-owned housing | Yes |
| Housing requirements | Yes |
| Housing options | Co-ed housing Freshman car parking |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 66 |
| % of students living on campus | Women Housing: X |
Student Activities
Student-run campus newspaper
Student-run radio station
Marching band
Drama/theatre group
Choral groups
Student Services
Personal/psychological counseling
Health clinic
Women's center
Student Organizations
Local fraternities
Greek sororities
Others
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
24-hour patrols by trained officers
Late-night transport/escort services