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Boston University Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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International students must submit the online application through ‘Common Application’ for Boston University admission 2025 in the UG program. Mentioned below are the deadlines to submit an application for UG and PG admission at BU USA:

  • Boston University deadline for UG early decision admission is Nov 01, 2025
  • The University of Boston application deadline for MBA admission in round 4 is Mar 12, 2025

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Boston University Admission Process 2025

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Q:   Is it hard to get into Boston University?
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With an acceptance rate of only 11%,  Boston University can be considered quite selective as out of every 100 applications, only 11 students are rolled out an offer letter. International students are required to meet ceratin admission requirements. 

Below are the UG admission requirements for Boston University: 

  • Secondary School Records: Higher Secondary Certificate / ISC (State Board exams may also be examined for admission). Also, submit copies of all qualifying exams that have been taken throughout the secondary school
  • English language proficiency test results
  • Financial support documentation
  • Passport data page
  • SAT / ACT test score (if applicable)
  • Any other additional document

To gain admission to the graduate courses at BU meet the entry requirements given below:

  • A three-year bachelor's degree is required
  • GPA requirement: There is no minimum GPA requirement, however, Boston University recommends that the applicants must have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (Based on a 4.0 scale)
  • GRE score
  • IELTS / TOEFL score
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Letter of Recommendation
Q:   How can international students get admission at Boston University?
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Interntional students who wish to study at Boston USA must apply through 'Common Application' for UG admissions. They can apply for graduate admission through college application. First-year international applicants must submit the following credentials to complete the application:

  • Secondary School Records
  • Senior Year Grades
  • Counselor Recommendation and School Report Form
  • Teacher Evaluation
  • English Proficiency Testing Results
  • Documentation of Financial Support
  • Copy of Data Page of Passport
  • Standardized Tests (Optional)
Q:   What GPA do I need to get into Boston University?
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There is no minimum GPA requirements to get into Boston University. However, it is recommended that applicants must have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (based on a 4.0 scale). The average GPA of accepted students in the fall of 2024 is typically between 3.8 and 4.0.

Applicants can check the Grading System in the USA

Q:   Does admission to Boston University require IELTS?
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International applicants whose native language is not English must IELTS score as proof of English language proficiency. The minimum score requirements vary by programme for students. The table below includes the minimum IELTS score required for UG and PG admission at Boston:

English Language Test

UG Score

PG Score

IELTS

A total/overall score of 7 or higher

A total/overall score of 7 or higher

Check the Average IELTS Scores at the Best Universities in the US

 

Boston University MS Admission 2025

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Q:   Does Boston University require a GRE for MS?
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The university does not have minimum GRE scores for admission to the MS program. The average percentiles of admitted students at the university are 60% for Verbal and 80% for Quantitative. Applicants must also have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (based on a 4.0 scale) for MS admission.

Q:   Is it worth pursuing a Masters degree at Boston University?
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Boston is worth for studying the MS programme because of its affordable tuition fee and ranking. The cost of studying MS at the university is around INR 24 L to INR 56 L for first-year. Some top-ranking MS specializations at the university are Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Chemistry, Health Informatics, etc.

Check the list of Top Universities for MS In the USA

Q:   What option is better among UCLA's Masters in Financial Engineering and Boston University's MS in Mathematical Finance?
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Boston University and the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) are top ranked universities in the USA to study master's courses. They both offers quality graduate courses to international students in multiple specializations. Check below the comparision of UCLA Masters in Financial Engineering and Boston University MS in Mathematical Finance:

CoursesDurationFirst Year Tuition Fees
UCLA Masters in Financial Engineering15 monthsINR 60.50 L
Boston University MS in Mathematical Finance17 monthsINR 49.25 L

Both the universities looks good in terms of their tuition fees and duration of the course. Therefore, it's your choice where you wish to study the course.

Q:   Is Boston University good for an MS in Electrical Engineering?
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Boston University ranks among the top 100 universities in the USA for MS in Electrical Engineering courses. According to Shiksha popularity ranking, the university ranks #37 in Electrical Engineering in USA. The university offers an affordable master's course in Electrical Engineering to international students. The duration of the course is 18 months and first-year fees is around INR 58 L at the university. Therefore, Boston University is good for studying an MS in Electrical Engineering in USA.

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Boston University Application Process 2025

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Q:   What is the application fee of Boston University?
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The University of Boston application fee vary by application type for international students. Mentioned below are the application fee at the university for UG, PG, and MBA admission:

  • UG: USD 80 or INR 6,710.77
  • PG: USD 85 to USD 125 (INR 7,130.19 or INR 10,485.58)
  • MBA: USD 125 or INR 10,485.58

(USD 1 = INR 83.88 as of Aug 21, 2024)

Q:   What is the application deadline for BU?
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The BU application deadline varies by program for international students. Applicants can apply by Nov 01, 2025, for UG admission at the university. The table below includes the deadline for UG and PG admissions at BU:

Boston University UG Admission 2025

First-Year Regular Admission Deadlines

Early Decision Deadlines

Early Decision II Deadlines

Application

Jan 06, 2026

Nov 01, 2025

Dec 01, 2025

Notification date

Late Mar

Mid Dec

Mid Feb

Enrollment deposit due

May 01, 2026

Early-Mid Jan

Late Feb

The table below include Boston MBA deadline for international students:

Rounds

Application Deadline

Decision Release

Round 1

Oct 9, 2024 (closed)

Dec 20, 2024 (closed)

Round 2 (priority deadline)

Dec 16, 2024 (closed)

Feb 28, 2025 (closed)

Round 2 (regular deadline)

Jan 09, 2025 (closed)

Feb 28, 2025 (closed)

Round 3

May 02, 2025

May 23, 2025

Check the table below for graduate admission deadline of BU schools:

Schools

Application Deadlines

College of Engineering

Oct 01, 2025

Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine

Nov 01, 2025

College of Fine Arts

Dec 01, 2025

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences

Mar 15, 2025

School of Hospitality Administration

Priority deadline: Apr 01, 2025

Final deadline: Jun 01, 2025

Also read: Conquer US Admissions: International Students' Guide Deadlines

Q:   What application does Boston University use for admission to UG courses?
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Boston University use the 'Common Application' and 'QuestBridge Application' for admission to UG program. Applicants can submit their application online by the BU deadline to get admission to the university. Applicants must submit all the documents and test scores to complete the application. They must also pay a non-refundable Boston University application fee to submit the application. 

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Q:   Does the admission process seem to be very difficult at Boston University?
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Boston University acceptance rate for international students is low, which makes the admission process very difficult to get admission. The acceptance rate at the university is around 11%. Applicants must have a good academic profile and submit necessary tests score by the admission deadline to get admission. Mentioned below is the steps of Boston University admission process for UG admission:

Step 1: Go to the online application page and register

Step 2: Complete your application by providing the required details

Step 3: Pay the non-refundable George Mason University application fee

Step 4: Request official transcripts from all colleges attended and submit

Step 5: Receive your application decision

Step 6: At last, pay George Mason University tuition fees for your program

Q:   Is it difficult to get admission at Boston University?
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It is dificult for international students to get admission at Boston University because of its high acceptance rate. Many international students submit their application to the university every year and only few of them are admitted. The BU acceptance rate is around 11% for the fall of 2023-24.

Q:   How many undergraduates are studying at Boston University?
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There are over 17,000 undergraduates at Boston University from over 100 across the world. The average size at the university is 30 and Student/Faculty Ratio is 11:1. Mentioned below are the admission stats for the fall of 2023-24 at the university:

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Stats 2023-2024

Application Received

80,495

Total Students Enrolled

3,145

Acceptance Rate

10.85%

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Boston University Admission 2025 FAQs

Q:   Is Boston University better than Boston College?
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Boston University and Boston College are among the popular universities in the USA for international students. They both offer quality education to students. Mentioned below is the comparison between them in terms of acceptance rate and tuition fees:

University/CollegeAcceptance RateFirst-Year Tuition Fees
Boston University 11% (approx.)INR 19 L to INR 73 L
Boston College15-17%INR 43 L to INR 57 L

Boston College is better than Boston University to study in the USA as per the above comparision.

Q:   Can I get a seat at Boston University with a 2.7 GPA?
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It may be difficult for international applicants to get into Boston University with a 2.7 GPA. There is no minimum GPA requirement at the university. However, students are recommended to have at least a GPA of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 to get admission to the university.

Q:   Is Boston University expensive for Indian students?
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Boston University is slightly expensive for Indian students to study in the USA. The BU fees for first-year avry from INR 19 L and INR 73 L. The table below includes the cost of stuyding of some popular Boston courses:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

PG Certificate

INR 73 L

MS

INR 24 L - 56 L

MIM

INR 48 L - 73 L

MBA/PGDM

INR 48 L - 73 L

BSc

INR 55 L

BE/BTech

INR 49 L - 55 L

LLM

INR 49 L - 56 L

BHM

INR 55 L

MEng

INR 48 L - 49 L

Q:   How do I apply for admission at Boston University?
A: 

Applicants can apply for admission online through the official website to become a student at Boston University. They must follow the below steps to get admission to the university:

Step 1: Apply online with the Common Application and complete the undergraduate application for admission

Step 2: Submit the non-refundable application fee

Step 3: Submit official transcripts and examination results to Admission Services

Step 4: Provide evidence of English language proficiency

Step 5: Submit your ACT or SAT scores (optional)

Step 6: Check your application status

Step 7: Submit your student visa application

Q:   What are the admission requirements for Boston University pharmacy program?
A: 

International students must take a Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT) and meet the below Boston University requirements for Pharmacy admission:

  • Complete a high school degree for UG and a bachelor's degree for PG admission in a relevant discipline
  • Score an overall 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in academics
  • Must meet the English language requirements
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