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Boston University

Overview

Student Population
33,355
National Rank
#55
Boston University overview
Location Boston, Massachusetts
Online bu.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Boston University overview
Size Large
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Religious Affiliation Undergrad/Graduate

Located in Boston, Massachusetts, Boston University is a large four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 60,825 prospective students applied, and 15,273 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 3,498 enrolled in the school.  26,986 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,369 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $50,980 plus fees of $1,102. BU is ranked 55 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

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Admission Standards
Exceptional 
Boston University overview
SAT 1360/1510
ACT 29/32
GPA 3.59
Applications Accepted
25.1% 
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Applications Due Jan 1, 2019
Applicant Competition High
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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition
$50,980
Costs for Boston University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,000
Other Fees$1,102
Room and Board $15,270
Budget for Other Expenses$1,950
Total One Year Cost$70,302
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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years
$72,000 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
85% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Boston University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 21%
Social Sciences 16%
Communication 15%
Health Professions 8%
Engineering 7%
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=164988 IPEDS survey data for Boston University.

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