Boston University Description:
Located in the Kenmore-Fenway area of Boston, just west of Back Bay, Boston University is the fourth largest private university in the country. BU's location puts it within easy reach of other Boston universities such as MIT, Harvard, and Northeastern. On many national rankings, Boston University places among the top 50 universities in the U.S. Student housing at BU is an eclectic mix that ranges from contemporary high rises to Victorian town houses. In athletics, the Division I Boston University Terriers compete in the America East Conference, Colonial Athletic Association and Hockey East Conferences.
Admissions Data (2011):
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: 58%
- What Are Your Chances? (from Cappex.com)
- BU GPA and Test Score Graph
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: 580 / 670
- SAT Math: 600 / 700
- SAT Writing: 590 / 680
- ACT Composite: 26 / 30
- ACT English: 26 / 31
- ACT Math: 25 / 30
- ACT Writing: 8 / 9
Enrollment (2010):
- Total Enrollment: 32,727 (18,714 undergraduates)
- Gender Breakdown: 41% Male / 59% Female
- 92% Full-time
Costs (2011 - 12):
- Tuition and Fees: $41,420
- Books: $940 (why so much?)
- Room and Board: $12,710
- Other Expenses: $1,772
- Total Cost: $56,842
Boston University Financial Aid (2009 - 10):
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 64%
- Boston University Scholarships (Cappex.com)
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Grants: 58%
- Loans: 52%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Grants: $24,500
- Loans: $9,825
Most Popular Majors:
Biology, Business Administration, Communication Studies, Economics, English, International Relations, Journalism, Political Science, Psychology, Radio & Television
Graduation and Retention Rates:
- First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 91%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 79%
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 83%
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
