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About BU
Boston University is a major private research university along the Charles River. With over 300 programs across 17 schools and colleges, BU offers one of the most comprehensive educational experiences in Boston. The city's concentration of 50+ universities creates a vibrant academic community. BU is known for strong programs in communications, business, and health sciences.
Location
Boston, MA, USA
SEVP & Work Rights
SEVP Certified Institution
- OPT Available
- Yes
- CPT Available
- Yes
- STEM Designated
- Yes (24-month OPT extension eligible)
Key Stats
- Acceptance Rate
- 14.0%
- Total Students
- 36,000
- International %
- 24.0%
- Campus Setting
- Urban
- Student/faculty ratio
- 10:1
Admissions
- SAT (average)
- 1480
- SAT EBRW (25th-75th)
- 690 - 750
- SAT Math (25th-75th)
- 730 - 780
- ACT (midpoint)
- 33
- ACT (25th-75th)
- 32 - 34
Outcomes
- Freshman retention
- 95%
- Graduation rate (6yr)
- 89%
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $83,238
Profile
- Classification
- Doctoral / Research University
- Endowment
- $3529M
- Avg net price (after aid)
- $24,402/yr