Boston University
BU is based in Boston, but with a truly global identity. Our residential campus feels like “home” for our bright, inquisitive, and collaborative students.
About the institution
In the heart of Boston, Boston University serves as a standard for research, academic excellence, and passion to pursue knowledge without limits.
Students choose from over 300 programs to create their own journey and path to success. A 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio and average class size of 27 means that professors know their students by name.
BU is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, placing it among the top research universities in the world.
More than 450 student organizations allow students to pursue their interests beyond the classroom and find a community that makes BU feel like home. A diverse student body from 50 states and nearly 100 countries comes together to create a vibrant campus. And, with 70+ study abroad programs, a global education is part of the BU package.
BU is ranked #14 for most employable graduates, with alumni in over 180 countries.
Number of Undergraduate Students
15945
Average First Year Class Size
27
Size of Instituition
Large Institution 15,000-30,000
Selectivity
Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Campus Style
Residential campus in a city
Education Model
Subject focused, with a foundation in Liberal Arts. Students apply directly into their program of interest. They focus on their subject/major-specific courses beginning in their first semester, while also exploring other areas through Liberal Arts. Many students pursue more than one subject.
Are there internship opportunities?
Yes - 90% of students complete at least one internship before graduating
Are there study abroad options?
Yes - 70+ programs in 20 cities, including guaranteed internships abroad
Cost of Tuition
$76,656 (including tuition, room, board, and fees)
Funding
International students are eligible for merit-based scholarships, covering either $25,000 per year or full tuition.
US citizens & Green Card holders are eligible for need-based financial aid (100% of demonstrated need met) and merit-based scholarships.
IB Grade Requirements
We do not have minimum IB score requirements. Average IB points for admitted students is 37/45, around 6 average in each course.
UFP Grade Requirements
Yes. We would expect students to have either completed secondary school in their home country or to be on track to receive a secondary school diploma from St. Clare’s. The admission requirements would be the same as all first year applicants.
Subjects
World Top 200
USA Top 50
Accounting & Finance | World Top 100 | |
Anatomy & Physiology | World Top 100 | |
Anthropology | World Top 200 | |
Anthropology and Sociology | USA Top 30 | |
Archaeology | World Top 200 | |
Art | USA Top 100 | |
Biological Sciences | World Top 100 | |
Biological Sciences/Biology | Country Top 50 | |
Business and Management | Country Top 20 | |
Business and Management | World Top 200 | |
Chemistry | Country Top 100 | |
Chemistry | World Top 200 | |
Communication and Media Studies | World Top 100 | |
Communications | USA Top 20 | |
Computer Science | Country Top 100 | |
Computer Science and Information Systems | World Top 100 | |
Dentistry | World Top 50 | |
Design | USA Top 20 | |
Development Studies | World Top 100 | |
Economics | Country Top 50 | |
Economics & Econometrics | World Top 50 | |
Education | Country Top 10 | |
Education & Training | World Top 200 | |
Electrical and Electronic Engineering | World Top 200 | |
Engineering | World Top 100 | |
Engineering | Country Top 50 | |
Engineering and Technology | World Top 200 | |
English | Country Top 100 | |
English Language & Literature | World Top 100 | |
Environmental Science | Country Top 100 | |
Environmental Sciences | World Top 200 | |
Film and Photography | Country Top 50 | |
Geography | World Top 200 | |
Geology | World Top 200 | |
Global Studies | USA Top 100 | |
History | Country Top 50 | |
History | World Top 200 | |
Hospitality & Leisure Management | World Top 100 | |
International Relations | USA Top 20 | |
Law and Legal Studies | World Top 100 | |
Linguistics | World Top 200 | |
Materials Sciences | World Top 200 | |
Mathematics | Country Top 100 | |
Mathematics | World Top 200 | |
Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | World Top 300 | |
Medicine | World Top 100 | |
Modern Languages | World Top 200 | |
Music | Country Top 30 | |
Performing Arts | USA Top 20 | |
Pharmacy & Pharmacology | World Top 200 | |
Philosophy | World Top 100 | |
Philosophy | Country Top 50 | |
Physics | USA Top 50 | |
Physics & Astronomy | World Top 200 | |
Physiotherapy/Kinesiology & Physical Therapy | Country Top 10 | |
Politics | World Top 200 | |
Politics/Political Science | Country Top 50 | |
Psychology | World Top 100 | |
Psychology | Country Top 50 | |
Public Policy | USA Top 30 | |
Social Policy & Administration | World Top 100 | |
Sociology | World Top 200 | |
Sports-Related Subjects | World Top 100 | |
Statistics and Operational Research | World Top 200 | |
Theology, Divinity & Religious Studies | World Top 50 |
Subject Name | Degree Area |
|---|---|
Accounting & Finance | Business |
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering | Engineering |
African Studies | Language & Culture |
American Studies | Language & Culture |
Anatomy Physiology and Pathology
| Sciences |
Anthropology | Society & Social Sciences |
Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies | Language & Culture |
Archaeology
| Society & Social Sciences |
Architecture | Art & Design |
Art & Design | Art & Design |
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics | Computing & ICT |
Astronomy/Astrophysics
| Sciences |
Biochemistry/Biomedicine
| Sciences |
Biological Sciences
| Sciences |
Biomedical Engineering | Engineering |
Business and Management | Business |
Chemistry
| Sciences |
Chinese Studies | Language & Culture |
Classics and Ancient History
| Society & Social Sciences
|
Communication and Media Studies
| English & Media |
Computer Games and Graphics
| Computing & ICT |
Computer Science | Computing & ICT |
Creative Writing | English & Media |
Dance
| Performing Arts |
Data Science | Computing & ICT |
Dietetics/Nutrition
| Medicine & Healthcare |
Drama & Theatre
| Performing Arts |
Ecology & Conservation
| Sciences |
Economics
| Society & Social Sciences |
Education
| Society & Social Sciences |
Electronic/Electrical Engineering
| Engineering |
English Literature and/or Language | English & Media |
Environmental Science
| Sciences |
Film and Media Production | Art & Design |
Geography
| Society & Social Sciences |
Geology/Geoscience
| Sciences |
History
| Society & Social Sciences |
History of Art | Society & Social Sciences |
Hospitality Leisure and Tourism | Business |
Information Technology | Computing & ICT |
International Relations
| Society & Social Sciences |
Japanese | Language & Culture |
Journalism | English & Media |
Legal Studies/Pre-Law | Society & Social Sciences |
Linguistics | Language & Culture |
Manufacturing | Engineering |
Marketing | Business |
Materials Science | Engineering |
Mathematics | Mathematics |
Mechanical Engineering | Engineering |
Modern Languages Mixed | Language & Culture |
Music | Performing Arts |
Natural Sciences
| Sciences |
Philosophy
| Society & Social Sciences |
Philosophy Politics and Economics | Society & Social Sciences |
Physics
| Sciences |
Physiotherapy
| Medicine & Healthcare |
Politics
| Society & Social Sciences |
Psychology
| Society & Social Sciences |
Sociology
| Society & Social Sciences |
Software Engineering | Computing & ICT |
Speech and Language Therapy
| Medicine & Healthcare |
Statistics
| Mathematics |
Theology and Religious Studies
| Society & Social Sciences |
Urban Planning | Society & Social Sciences |
Zoology
| Sciences |
Flexible Academics, Experiential Learning
With unparalleled opportunities, BU prepares you to succeed academically, professionally, and socially. Whatever career path, however things change, wherever in the world you go, you'll be ready.
If you know what you plan to study, apply directly to that program and begin those classes your first day on campus. Not quite sure yet? No problem! Nearly one third of students each year enroll Undeclared. All students have the chance to explore classes across all BU's schools and colleges, and the majority of students choose to pursue more than one program.
As a Tier 1 Research institution, an emphasis is put on making sure that students don't simply absorb knowledge, they apply it. Research is built into the curriculum for all majors, and opportunities are available to get more involved through research for credit and the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (bu.edu/urop).
Students also apply their learning and gain professional experiences through internships. With over 4,000 internship connections, students can gain experience in Boston or across the globe. 90% of students complete at least one internship before graduation, with many completing more than one.
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