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Boston University

Boston, Massachusetts · Private Non-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$65,655

Acceptance Rate

11%

Graduation Rate

90%

Annual Tuition

$65,168

At a Glance

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Total Students

17,850

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Retention Rate

95%

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Faculty Ratio

10

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Financial Aid

23%

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Median Debt

$23,250

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Boston University is a private, non-profit institution with 17,850 students. The university has a highly selective admissions process, accepting only 10.9% of applicants. The university retains 94.5% of its students and boasts an 89.5% graduation rate. The annual tuition cost for in-state students is $65,168.

Graduates of Boston University experience strong early career earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $55,834, increasing to $65,655 after five years, and $83,238 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $23,250, and 22.6% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$56k

1 YEAR

$66k

5 YEARS

$83k

10 YEARS

Top 9% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Boston University alumni earn a median salary of $55,834. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $65,655. Ten years after graduation, the median salary reaches $83,238. The median debt for students is $23,250.

Boston University has a high retention rate of 94.5% and an 89.5% graduation rate. The university has a low acceptance rate of 10.9%. The in-state tuition is $65,168, and 22.6% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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Boston, Massachusetts

Boston, MA 02215

Boston University is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Boston University has an acceptance rate of 11%.