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, Colonial Athletic Association and Hockey East Conferences.
Admissions Data (2007):
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: 58.3%
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: 580 / 680
- SAT Math: 600 / 690
- SAT Writing: 590 / 690
- ACT Composite: 25 / 29
- ACT English: 25 / 31
- ACT Math: 25 / 29
Enrollment (2006):
- Total Enrollment: 31,574 (18,521 undergraduates)
- Gender Breakdown: 40.9% Male / 59.1% Female
- 92.3% Full-time
Costs (2007 - 08):
- Tuition and Fees: $35,418
- Books: $840
- Room and Board: $10,950
- Other Expenses: $1,692
- Total Cost: $48,900
Boston University Financial Aid (2005 - 06):
- Percentage of Students Receiving Aid: 69%
- Percentage of Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Federal Grants: 11%
- State / Local Grants: 6%
- Institutional Grants: 59%
- Loans: 54%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Federal Grants: $4,488
- State / Local Grants: $2,238
- Institutional Grants: $19,881
- Loans: $6,264
Most Popular Majors:
Biology, Business Administration, Communication Studies, Economics, English, International Relations, Journalism, Political Science, Psychology, Radio & Television
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
Boston University Mission Statement:
BU does not have a formal mission statement. You can find their discussion of this issue here: http://www.bu.edu/accreditation/standard1.html
