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Founded in 1839, Boston University. is a Private college. Located in Massachusetts, which is a city setting in Massachusetts, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 17,944 full time undergraduate students, and 14,751 full time graduate students.
The Boston University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 10:1. There are 1798 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Boston University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Admissions at BU are considered More Selective, with ,145% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 6 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
99% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 86% were in the top quarter, and 55% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Boston University.
339 Students rated on-campus housing 3.5 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.
258 Students rated off-campus housing 3.2 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
343 Students rated campus food 3.8 stars. 26 % gave the school a 5.0.
344 Students rated campus facilities 4 stars. 31 % gave the school a 5.0.
343 Students rated class size 3.7 stars. 20 % gave the school a 5.0.
345 Students rated school activities 4.2 stars. 42 % gave the school a 5.0.
346 Students rated local services 4.5 stars. 63 % gave the school a 5.0.
345 Students rated academics 3.5 stars. 23 % gave the school a 5.0.
103 Students rated Boston University
Really depends on which classes and professors in terms of receiving the education you desire with many hit or misses. It is also an environment where you have to put in the extra effort to put yourself out there whether it may be making new friends or finding that internship or research opportunities because BU is such a large school. But on the other hand, the school really does provide you with so many resources and events that you must utilize to make worth every buck you spend for that hefty tuition.
As a college student interested in having multiple options to designing their future, I find Boston University to be a great fit. But as an African-American college student interested in exploring an enthralling Greek life, feeling seen and desired in the streets I walk upon, the dining halls and classrooms I sit in, I find Boston University to be a college I’d never choose willingly again in a million years.
I haven't gone to BU and I am just here to search for some information about this university. How can I leave comments without truly knowing about this school?? That is unreasonable!! Pls do not listen to my score because it's all filled in casually!
I believe that Boston University is a wonderful place to truly learn about your dream career and experience college life at its finest. From the beautiful scenery to comfortable living facilities both on and off campus, and amazing food, you will surely find it at home there.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Boston University is 29%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.
Looking back on my senior year of high school, the most helpful piece of advice I could give myself would be to take a deep breath and relax. I was stressed out for the majority of the year, and it often tainted my enjoyment of senior activities. I worried that I chose the wrong school, or that I would have trouble fitting in, but that was far from the case. College, luckily, came naturally for me. Of course I struggled with the coursework, but I expected that. What I feared the most was having social difficulties, I was so scared to leave my friends and family. At school, however, it wasn't like I was leaving my family, but rather I was meeting another one. The people I met are some of the most genuine I have ever known, and they are the reason why my transition was nearly flawless. To the Paige of the past, hang in there because it only gets better.
Somewhat pretentious.
The best this about the school is its cultural diversity and its location. It is a very comfortably sized city, surrounded by some of the best schools in the world. I have made some great connections for life in Boston.
An urban university with tens of thousands of people attending.
Again, I would say location. Boston University is in the heart of the city, so there are a lot of activities and things to do. BU also has dozens of schools surrounding it which gives you a good chance to meet other students from different campuses and schools. No two schools in Boston look the same or are in any anyway alike. BU is the best one, obviously. :)
At BU you must be prepared to work VERY hard. Professors talk very quickly, and you need effective, yet EFFICENT notes. Majority of information you need to know will come from your lecture/reading notes. It is important to review these weekly to do well on your midterm exams. It takes 16 times for you to look at something and to fully understand it. Reviewing all material weekly will help you excel during your exams. Also, take advantage of writing centers and tutors, even if you think you dont need it - they improve your grades immensely!
Boston University is best known for its academics on an international level. Going abroad, people are impressed when you tell them that you study at Boston University. Locally, BU is known for its research and committment to bettering the local community. Many students do community service or tutor high school students on the side. BU is conveniently located in the heart of Boston, minutes away from Fenway Park and, and easily accessible by the T. Students not only have the university, but the whole city as a campus.
BU spends much of its time promoting itself for prospective students, but not necessarily as much pleasing the students currently there. Some of its administrative rules are pretty strict, but other than that, its a great school!
If you are intimadated by a large urban school with little campus feel, this isnt the school for you. Also, depending on your major, ths school can be either very easy or extremely difficult. Lastly, anyone who cannot handle New England winters should not move to Boston.
The immense number of extra-curricular activities available to students.
Not sure... maybe the fact that it IS big sometimes is frustrating in that errors can often be made in the records/accounts departments, but just a quick call usually clears things up easily. But it's not frustrating in a way that makes you feel like you're lost as a number in the crowd. Because you tend to see the same people all the time in class and in social groups, it doesn't actually feel big at all!
People who like the city and that like history
Professors in small classes know your name. Best and most unique class is ASL (offered at night). Mostly lecture style classes (plus labs for sciences). Very strong physcis and earth sciences department. No architecture. I came in as a freshman and fufilled all basic requirements through AP test credits. Not many students enthusiastic about learning.
I really like the urban feel of this school's location. Everything is at your convenience. There are late night school bus transportation and public transportation that runs through the city. I think the size of the school is just right, not too large or too small. Additionally, whenever I tell most people I attend this school; they are very proud and congratulate me. However, I do not think this school is diverse enough. The administration's aim to diversify the school is by means of admitting international students from many Asian countries. However, domestic diversity is minute. Most students complain about the science departments, especially the Chemistry department at this school. In addition, some students are upset about grade deflations conducted by some professors.
Different fraternities and sororities are very popular on my campus. Additionally, many student love being involved in different community service groups. I a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS), the Pre-Med Society, and my club Sister to Sister. BU is known as a "party" school. Students are usually at many fraternity parties during the weekend. Many students are usually dating and usually hook up at parties. I met my closest friends during my classes. I am not the typical college "party" student. You can definitely study on a Saturday night, which is what I am usually doing because of my hectic schedule or you can go to the movies or a nice restaurant. I visit some of my friends off campus and we usually go to the mall and go out to eat.
Mostly yes.
BU students are sterotyped as rich. BU is sterotyped as an ivy-league-reject school
One of the main stereotypes at my school is that all Asians are smart.
Boston University supports their sports teams. Hockey is the largest supported team at BU. Our main rival is BC and it is always fun to be at a BU vs BC any type of sport game because the tension is there and the hunger for winning against them is very apparent. Most of the time we win because we are better than BC and all the rest. :)
On campus has one of the best options ever. If you eat in the dining halls it is all you can eat. There are Special Chefs there all the time for Chinese New Years, Lobster Night, Mexican, Traditional Italian, etc. If you use dining points to eat on campus you can eat at several different restaurants offering pizza to mexican to chinese to salads, to bagel sandwiches etc. Off campus you have probably every nationality you can think of in a 10 min walking distance and truly every nationality within a short ride on the trolly system.
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All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
54% of students attending Boston University receive some sort of financial aid. 13% were awarded federal grants. While 40% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
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