Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
10.85%
SAT Average
1,473
ACT Range
32-34
Boston University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 10.85%. This means approximately 109 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 17,850 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
10.85%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $65,168 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $65,168 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $82,694 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $26,996 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 17.97% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 22.61% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Boston University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$65,168
Room and board
$18,110
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$2,085
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$82,694
Average net price
$26,996
Average aid coverage
67%
$55,698 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Boston University pays approximately $26,996 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Boston University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Boston University net price
$26,996
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Boston University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $65,168 and average net price at $26,996. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$65,168
Current net price
$26,996
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
89.97%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$83,238
Undergraduates
17,850
10-Year Median Earnings - Boston University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Boston University graduates earn about 1.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Boston University?
Undergraduates
17,850
Completion rate
89.97%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
17.97%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
22.61%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 17.97% of Boston University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 22.61% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Boston University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Boston University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Boston University lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Boston University is listed at One Silber Way, Boston, MA 02215. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Boston University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston University | 10.85% | $65,168 | $26,996 | $83,238 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
Similar Schools in Boston
This local cluster focuses on nearby Boston schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Boston.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boston University's acceptance rate?
Boston University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 10.85%.
How much is Boston University tuition?
Boston University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $65,168.
What is Boston University's average net price?
Boston University's average net price in the local dataset is $26,996.
What does Boston University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $11,453 for Boston University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Boston University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $83,238 for Boston University.
Is Boston University accredited?
Boston University's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Boston University?
The local dataset lists 17,850 undergraduate students at Boston University.
What percentage of Boston University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Boston University in the local dataset is 17.97%.
What is the federal loan rate at Boston University?
The federal loan rate for Boston University in the local dataset is 22.61%.
Where should I verify Boston University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Boston University or the latest official federal education data.