Boston University - Boston, MA

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Boston University

School Overview

The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Doctoral (and professional) degree. Boston University is a private, for-profit school.

Contacting the School

One Sherborn St.
Boston, MA 02215
Main Phone: (617) 353-2000
Web Site: www.bu.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 32,053 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 1,549 male students and 2,575 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 37.6% of the student body, while females made up 62.4%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (940)%, Hispanic (3256)%, Asian (1537)%, and Native American (77)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 58.3% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 580. One quarter of students scored at least 680.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 600 or higher. One fourth of students scored 690 or higher.

Degree Programs

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Architecture

Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Business And Management

Communications

Computer

Education

Engineering

English Language And Literature

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Interdisciplinary Studies

Law School And Legal

Law And Legal

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Health And Fitness

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Personal Services

Culinary

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Theology And Religious Vocations

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Boston University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

America East (for basketball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, track & field, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

AP credits
Weekend college
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 48,900
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 41,600
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 48,900

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

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