Boston University (BU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Boston, MA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The BU's 2024 tuition & fees is $65,168 for the academic year 2023-2024. 49% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $46,070.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 36,714 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
BU ranked 30th in National Universities and 7th in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. Boston University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Boston University is $65,168. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $64,712.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $68,102 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $67,626.
| Undergraduate | $65,168 |
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| Graduate | $64,712 |
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Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 5/10/2024)
| Undergraduate | $68,102 |
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| Graduate | $67,626 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
BU's acceptance rate is 14.37% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 31.32%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,440.
The average graduation rate is 88%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 36,714 students erolled in the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic statistics for BU are listed in the following table.
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Boston University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at BU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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