Overview
Student Population
34,657National Rank
#52| Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Online | bu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | 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 64,481 prospective students applied, and 14,247 were granted admission. Of those admitted 3,612 enrolled in the school. 28,287 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,370 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $52,816 plus fees of $1,132. BU is ranked 52 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Exceptional| SAT | 1330/1500 |
| ACT | 30/33 |
| GPA | 3.59 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$52,816| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,132 |
| Room and Board | $15,720 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,950 |
| Total One Year Cost | $72,618 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$72,000 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
85% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| 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.
