BU IS WHERE IT ALL BEGINS.
• Imagine studying at a prestigious, globally renowned university located right in the heart of Boston—a dynamic city that welcomes students from around the world.
• Picture yourself in a rigorous academic environment that challenges you to realize your full potential as a student and a global citizen.
• Visualize a future where you accelerate your career with internships, hands-on research opportunities, and connections to the brightest people in academia and industry.
COME FOR THE ACADEMICS. STAY FOR THE COMMUNITY.
Boston University has the resources of a world-class research institution and the spirit of a tight-knit intellectual community. We’re committed to bringing students together and creating spaces that spark new connections. Whether you want to volunteer through our Community Service Center, get advice from an academic advisor, or meet new friends during our Weeks of Welcome events, you can do it all (and so much more) at BU.
STUDENTS COME FROM
118+ COUNTRIES AND ALL 50 STATES
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STUDENT:FACULTY RATIO GET THE FACTS ABOUT BU. BU IS ONE OF ONLY THREE UNIVERSITIES IN BOSTON AND CAMBRIDGE NAMED TO THE PRESTIGIOUS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES
$645.6 MILLION IN ANNUAL RESEARCH FUNDING
WONDERING WHO GETS INTO BU? MEET THE CLASS.
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17,850 UNDERGRADUATES (FALL 2023)
TRANSFORM YOUR FUTURE. LITERALLY.
Many of the world’s top companies have offices in Boston. That means you can make powerful connections and pursue the hottest internships at places like Google, Museum of Fine Arts Boston, and CBS News. BU’s career support services offer everything you need to make an impact on your life now—and in the future.
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS TO ADVANCE YOUR FUTURE.
BU offers a select number of highly competitive merit-based scholarships to first-year students for achievement in areas from academics to athletics to art.
BU ALUMS ARE GOING PLACES. LIKE TO THE...
• Forbes “30 Under 30” List
• Olympic gold medal podium
• Emmys
431,000+ ALUMNI IN 180+ COUNTRIES
• New York Times best seller list
• US House of Representatives
• Coral reefs on the floor of the Pacific Ocean SEE WHAT IT TAKES TO EARN A MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
2 3 UNDERGRADS COMPLETE AT LEAST ONE INTERNSHIP OUT OF
#10 BU GRADS RANKED #10 FOR EMPLOYABILITY IN THE US BY TIMES HIGHER ED
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GLIMPSE A SLICE OF CAMPUS LIFE. AND START THINKING ABOUT YOUR FUTURE AT BU.
Enjoy the best views of Boston from the top floor of our most modern residence, StuVi2.
BU is right on the Green Line of the MBTA subway, which makes getting around campus and the city a breeze.
Former home to the Boston Braves baseball team, Nickerson Field is now used for varsity soccer and lacrosse—and the Scarlet Fever BU spirit festival.
The Terriers hockey team dominates on the ice at Agganis Arena.
The DeWolfe Boathouse is the perfect spot for cheering on BU Crew in the annual Head of the Charles Regatta.
State of the art in every way, CCDS is 100% fossil-fuel free and the coolest meeting spot on campus.
We call it the BU Beach, you might call it grass. Everyone goes there to catch some rays and catch up with friends.
THE EXHILARATION OF CITY LIFE. RIGHT ON CAMPUS.
Cheer on our Division I hockey team. Meet friends for quesadillas at Late Nite Café. Join one of more than 450 student groups. There’s always something exciting to do at BU. Even better? There’s always someone new to meet. With students from more than 118 countries, you’ll gain new perspectives every single day.
BE YOURSELF. IN A PLACE THAT FEELS LIKE HOME.
How much do BU students love campus life? A lot. In fact, the vast majority of students live on campus for their entire undergrad experience.
• Four years of guaranteed housing
• 160 residences ranging from large housing communities to smaller specialty houses
• 30+ on-campus dining options, including eight 4-Star Certified Green Restaurants
• Meals for all dietary needs and schedules, including late-night, kosher, and vegan dining options
• Countless opportunities to explore your interests, whether you want to run along the scenic Charles River, volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, or discuss the latest computer games
1. West Campus: Home to three large residences and, more importantly, our famous West Burger.
2. Agganis Arena: Catch a concert or Terrier hockey (winners of more NCAA Division I national titles than any other eastern school).
3. FitRec: A premier fitness center complete with weight rooms, basketball courts, swimming pools, a climbing wall, indoor track, and more.
4. School of Hospitality Administration (SHA)
5. College of General Studies (CGS)
6. College of Fine Arts (CFA)
7. Joan & Edgar Booth Theatre
8. Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground: A cultural hub that embraces inclusion and encourages students to share their experiences.
9. LGBTQIA+ Student Resource Center
10. Student Activities Office: Head over here to find out about any of 2,000 events held on campus every year or the many student groups you can join.
11. George Sherman Union (GSU):
The GSU has it all: an amazing food court, the dean of students office, and BU Central—the place to see live bands, comedy, and movies.
12. Mugar Memorial Library: More than 2 million volumes and the largest computer lab on the Charles River Campus are here.
13. Newbury Center: Resources to help first-generation students thrive.
14. Engineering Product Innovation Center (EPIC)
15. IDG Capital Student Innovation Center
16. BU Admissions at the Alan & Sherry Leventhal Center
17. College of Arts & Sciences (CAS)
18. Bay State Road: Along this tree-lined road of brownstones, you’ll find many specialty community residences, including WISE-UP (Women in Science & Engineering Upperclass) House and Classics House.
19. Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies (Pardee)
20. Sargent College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences (Sargent)
21. Wheelock College of Education & Human Development (Wheelock)
22. Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences (CDS)
23. Kilachand Honors College and Kilachand Hall (Kilachand)
24. Yawkey Center for Student Services: Get advice on choosing a major, find tutoring help and writing assistance, receive career counseling, and meet potential employers during job fairs.
25. Questrom School of Business (Questrom)
26. College of Communication (COM)
27. College of Engineering (ENG)
IT’S YOUR FUTURE. LET’S GO. PROGRAMS OF STUDY
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES (CAS)
bu.edu/cas
African American & Black Diaspora Studies
American Studies
Ancient Greek
Ancient Greek & Latin
Anthropology & Religion
Anthropology with specialization in Anthropology, Health & Medicine
Anthropology with specialization in Biological Anthropology
Anthropology with specialization in Sociocultural Anthropology
Archaeological & Environmental Sciences
Archaeology
Architectural Studies
Astronomy
Astronomy & Physics
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Biology
Biology with specialization in Behavioral Biology
Biology with specialization in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology & Genetics
Biology with specialization in Ecology & Conservation Biology
Biology with specialization in Neurobiology
Chemistry
Chemistry & Physics
Chemistry with specialization in Chemical Biology
Chinese Language & Literature
Cinema & Media Studies
Classical Civilization
Classics & Archaeology
Classics & Philosophy
Classics & Religion
Comparative Literature
Computer Science
Computer Science & Economics
Earth & Environmental Sciences
Economics
Economics & Mathematics
English
Environmental Analysis & Policy
French & Linguistics
French Studies
German Language & Literature
History
History of Art & Architecture
Holocaust, Genocide & Human Rights
Studies
Independent
Italian & Linguistics
Italian Studies
Japanese & Linguistics
Japanese Language & Literature
Korean Language & Literature
Latin
Linguistics
Linguistics & African Languages
Linguistics & Computer Science
Linguistics & Philosophy
Linguistics and Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences (also offered in Sargent)
Marine Science
Mathematics (includes Statistics)
Mathematics & Computer Science
Mathematics & Mathematics
Education
Mathematics & Philosophy
Mathematics & Physics
Middle Eastern and South Asian
Languages & Literatures
Neuroscience
Philosophy
Philosophy & Neuroscience
Philosophy & Physics
Philosophy & Political Science
Philosophy & Psychology
Philosophy & Religion
Physics
Physics & Computer Science
Political Science
Pre-dentistry
Pre-law
Pre-medicine
Pre-veterinary Medicine
Psychology
Religion
Russian Language & Literature
Science Education with specialization in Biology
Science Education with specialization in Chemistry
Science Education with specialization in Physics
Sociology
Spanish
Spanish & Linguistics
Statistics & Computer Science
Undeclared
FREDERICK S. PARDEE SCHOOL OF GLOBAL STUDIES
bu.edu/pardeeschool
Asian Studies
European Studies
International Relations
Latin American Studies
Middle East & North Africa Studies
COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION (COM)
bu.edu/com
Advertising
Film & Television (includes production, writing, and management)
Journalism (includes news-editorial, broadcast, magazine, online, and photojournalism)
Media Science
Public Relations
Undeclared
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING (ENG)
bu.edu/eng
Biomedical Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering (aerospace concentration)
Undeclared
COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS (CFA)
bu.edu/cfa
School of Theatre
Design, Production & Management Core
Performance Core (Acting/Theatre Arts)
School of Visual Arts
Art
Art Education
Graphic Design
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture
Undeclared
School of Music
Composition & Theory
Music—Nonperformance
Music Education
Performance
COLLEGE OF GENERAL STUDIES
SARGENT COLLEGE OF HEALTH & REHABILITATION SCIENCES (SARGENT)
bu.edu/sargent
Behavior & Health
Health Science
Human Physiology
Linguistics and Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences (also offered in CAS)
Nutrition (Dietetics Track)
Nutrition (Nutrition & Health Track)
Nutrition (Nutrition Science Track)
Physical Therapy (Six-year BS/DPT program)
Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences
Undeclared
FACULTY OF COMPUTING & DATA SCIENCES (CDS)
bu.edu/cds
Data Science
QUESTROM SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
bu.edu/questrom
Accounting
Business Analytics
Finance
Global Business
Independent Concentration
Information Systems
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Law
Management & Organizations
Marketing
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Real Estate
Strategy
Questrom Honors Program
SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY
ADMINISTRATION (SHA)
Interested in hospitality? Transfer into SHA after your first or second year at another BU school or college.
Hospitality Administration
(includes concentrations in event management, hospitality accounting & finance, hospitality entrepreneurship, hospitality marketing, hospitality real estate development, hospitality retailing, and revenue management & analytics) Hospitality & Communication
WHEELOCK COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT bu.edu/wheelock
Child & Adolescent Mental Health
Deaf Studies
Educational Design for Transformative Social Futures
Teaching & Learning
Youth Development & Justice
KILACHAND HONORS COLLEGE
Boston University’s policies provide for equal opportunity in employment and admission to all programs of the University.