Campus Vibe
Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings
Boston University is a private institution in Boston with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1473, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A large campus of 17.9K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
90% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $83,238 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,996.
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Average: 1473
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Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$26,996
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
7700.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$21,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
137
Peer Average
92
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Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
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Source: Wikipedia
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Cost of Living
Estimated from MA state average + large city premium