Boston University
Boston, USA
"A private university in Boston, Massachusetts"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#88 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
About Boston University
Boston University is a private university in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 1839. Its urban campus in Boston puts students close to employers, internships and cultural life. Popular programmes include Engineering, Business, Communication and Public Health. It is a research-active institution with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate options.
Rankings & Recognition
#88
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Boston University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
75.30#111
Employer Reputation
86.70#83
Faculty Student Ratio
40.60#497
Citations per Faculty
61.90#273
International Faculty Ratio
40.00#500
International Student Ratio
92.80#92
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Key Facts
1839
Founded
Private university
Type
Boston
City
Popular Programs
Engineering
Business
Communication
Public Health
Computer Science
Application Details
Application Route
Online via school portal / Common App
Intakes
Fall and Spring
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Duolingo English Test
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
I-20 + F-1 student visa
Post-Study Work
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Green Card Pathway
H-1B / employment-based
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
87%
Placement Ratio
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff —
Student-Staff Ratio —
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Boston University has an urban campus in Boston, Massachusetts, with city transit, restaurants and internships close to classrooms.
Campus Details
1
main campus
1839
founded
Campus Forecast
Humid: cold snowy winters
warm summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence halls plus apartments across the city
Dining
Campus dining plus many restaurants nearby
Health & Wellness
Student health centre and counselling; health insurance required
Activities & Clubs
Internships and city events
Student clubs
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
20,000 – 65,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Most students start in the fall semester (August or September), with a spring intake in January at many programmes. Check the Boston University international admissions pages for deadlines.
Scholarships at Boston University
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Competitive high-school record and English proof (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo). Prior study related to Engineering helps for that major.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree with a good GPA, English proof and GRE / GMAT where required. For Public Health, a related bachelor's degree is preferred.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
English test score (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo)
Statement of purpose
Recommendation letters
Resume / CV
Bank statement (proof of funds)
Passport-size photo
GRE / GMAT / SAT if required
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the school website.
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Apply online
Apply through the school application portal or the Common App.
3
Documents & fee
Upload transcripts, test scores and documents, and pay the application fee.
4
Admission offer
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer with a deposit.
5
Receive I-20
Submit proof of funds and receive the Form I-20 from the school.
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F-1 visa
Pay the SEVIS fee, book the F-1 visa interview and then travel to campus.
Campus & Location
Boston University has an urban campus in Boston, Massachusetts, with city transit, restaurants and internships close to classrooms.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Engineering
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Bachelor's
Business
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Bachelor's
Communication
Master's
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Master's
Public Health
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Master's
Computer Science
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