A
Excellent
Score: 79/100

Boston University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Boston, Massachusetts 02215
🌐 www.bu.edu/
Outcomes
A+
94/100
Affordability
F
25/100
Resources
A
88/100
Experience
A+
91/100
Prestige
A+
95/100

Quick Stats

36,624
Total Enrollment
90%
Graduation Rate
95%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
11%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Boston University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $702,388
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,414/mo — vs ~$1,289/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 02119 (4.0% cap, Boston)

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🏆 Where Boston University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Business Analytics
of 62 schools
🥈
Business Administration and Management, General
of 100 schools
#5
Social Work
of 100 schools
#6
Psychology, General
of 100 schools
#6
Economics, General
of 100 schools
#8
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
of 100 schools
#10
Computer Science
of 100 schools
#10
Law
of 100 schools
#10
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other
of 100 schools
#13
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $63,798 $63,798
Room $11,600
Board $6,510
Total Cost (On-Campus) $86,363 $86,363

Financial Aid

55%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
21%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

36,624
Total Students
57%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 33%
Hispanic 9%
Black 5%
Asian 15%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 29%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 86%
Hybrid (Some Online) 3%
Fully Online 11%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Boston University?
Boston University has an acceptance rate of 11%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Boston University?
Tuition at Boston University is $63,798 for in-state students and $63,798 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Boston University?
The graduation rate at Boston University is 90%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Boston University a good school?
Boston University has a Repit College Score of 79/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Boston University?
Boston University has a total enrollment of 36,624 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology