YOUR WORLD WILL UNFOLD
over the xt few years.
COLLEGE SEARCH TIPS.
3. MAKE A PLAN:
Make sure you know which courses are required by colleges and plan your high school curriculum accordingly. Take time to chat with a school counselor, family member, or mentor to help you navigate the search process.
1. KNOW YOURSELF:
What are you most passionate about? What challenges you the most? Do some self-reflecting beore you start the search process to find a ollege that aligns with your personal and intellectual interests.
4. KEEP AN OPEN MIND:
You might be set on studying in a city, but still consider a rural or suburban campus. Look at small colleges even if you dream of a big campus. The right college for you may be very different from what you initially think.
2. DIG DEEPER ONLINE:
Spend time on college websites, YouTube videos, and social media channels. Even browse current course syllabi; they can tell you a lot about the style of an academic environment, rigor of courses, and the breadth of subjects available.
5. EXPLORE CAMPUS:
Now you’re ready to tour colleges! After the officialour, take time to explore on your own to get a sense of the campus culture. If you’re unable to visit campus, participate in a virtual event or see if the school has a virtual tour.
CHOOSING A C O LLEGE
I S EXCI TING, BUT IT CAN ALSO SEEM INTIMIDATING.
TAKE. YOUR. TIME.
We’re not downplaying the importance of this decision. But the truth is, it’s early. You don’t have to choose a college today, tomorrow, or even next week.
LET US OFFER SOME ADVICE: ACADEMICS
INFORMATION IS YOUR FRIEND.
Explore schools you never considered and majors you’ve never heard of. The more you know about your options, the more confident ou’ll be in choosing the right one.
THIS IS JUST A PREVIEW, NOT THE WHOLE PICTURE.
If you’re interested, we have a whole slew of YouTube videos, a website, brochures, virtual programming, and people in Admissions happy to answer your questions about the admissions process. BU is a tight-knit community but, as one of the nation’s largest private research universities, we also offer tons of resources— making your academic journey incredible. So, happy exploring. And enjoy your search… wherever it takes you.
RANKED #41 AMONG “BEST NATIONAL UNIVERSITIES” BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
17,850 UNDERGRADUATES
(fall 223)
WE’LL TAKE MESMERIZING OVER MEMORIZING ANY DAY.
At Boston University, we’re remarkably diverse in backgrounds, opinions, and talents. But we all share one thing in common: a passion for challenging ourselves. So whether it’s hands-on coursework, cutting-edge educational technology, or undergraduate research opportunities, you’ll find a nw way to learn here.
HOPE
YOU LIKE CHOICES. YOU’VE GOT MORE THAN 300 OF THEM.
We have majors for every curiosity. How about Film & Television? Neuroscience? Business, Engineering, or International Relations? With more than 300 programs of study, BU combines a strong foundation in the liberal arts with preprofessional studies for undergraduates.
SIT NEXT TO STANDOUT STUDENTS EVERY DAY.
Bright, driven, inquisitive—that’s the “typical” BU student. Like the student researching molecular neurotherapy at Massachusetts General Hospital. Or the one advancing social justice and human rights at the United Nations.
WHY LIMIT YOURSELF?
BU makes it possible to combine your passions and earn two degrees through the Dual Degree program. Think health science and economics, psychology and graphic design, or finane and communication.
RESEARCH & INNOVATION
THE SUPPORT YOU NEED TO DISCOVER, INVENT, AND UNLEASH.
RESEARCH TO YOUR HEART’S CONTENT.
With more than $1 million in annual funding, our Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) gives hundreds of undergraduates the opportunity to work alongside innovative faculty on fascinating projects, from engineering a better electric trumpet to using MRI scans to detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier.
INNOVATION THAT MAKES AN IMPACT.
RANKED #10 FOR EMPLOYABILITY IN THE US BY TIMES
HIGHER ED OF GRADUATES FIND EMPLOYMENT OR ADMISSION IN GRADUATE PROGRAMS WITHIN 6 MONTHS
Our world needs more innovators. That’s why BU launched Innovate@BU, a University-wide initiative that connects students with the resources—from design and prototyping to legal advice and marketing— to turn entrepreneurial ideas into actions that make an impact.
BOSTON UNIVERSITY:
WE’RE A BIG SMALL COMMUN iTY.
Students come to BU from every corner of the world to find their place in our tight-knit community. Here are just a few ways BU students can create a small-college experience within a large and bustling research university.
• Choose from 450+ student organizations on campus and 40+ intramural or club sports.
• Visit the Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground (HTC) and the LGBTQIA+ Student Resource Center—gathering places for our diverse community.
• Volunteer for an Alternative Service Break or with the Community Service Center.
We’RE AlWAYS HERE TO LEND YO u A HAND.
Whether academic counseling or wellness guidance, one thing is certain: we make sure you get the best advice and resources out there.
• The Center for Career Development (CCD) staff ork with you to explore internships as well as educational and career options.
• At the Educational Resource Center (ERC), you’ll develop the skills needed for BU’s rigorous academics through peer tutoring and time management and writing workshops.
• For fist-generation students, the Newbury Center offers mentorship, academic support, and more to get you through college and beyond.
STUDENTS COME FROM
FROM AREZZO TO SHANGHAI,
BU offers premier study abroad programs in more than 30 cities throughout 20 countries.
• Spend eight weeks studying contemporary French in Paris, followed by a seven-week full-time internship.
• Study Japanese with local communities in Kyoto.
• Gain international teaching experience—and explore the Great Barrier Reef—in Australia.
WE MEET YOUR FUlL NEED. 100%.
BU meets 100% of demonstrated need for admitted fist-year, fist-time students. Because we firmlybelieve that everyone admitted to BU deserves the opportunity to attend BU, regardless of your family’s means.
How much is that? It varies from family to family. We offer financial aid packages that will make up the difference between the cost of attendance and what you can afford. Learn more at go.bu.edu/affordableBU.
Boston University Admissions
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Boston, Massachusetts 02215
617-353-2300
bu.edu/admissions
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