Boston University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 11%
Average High School GPA: 3.9
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1400-1510
ACT Range: 32-34
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 17,900
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: United Methodist Church
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $62,360
Out-of-State Tuition: $62,360
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Boston, Massachusetts
Setting: City
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 29°F (-2°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 74°F (23°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 44 inches (1,118 mm)
Nearest Airport: Logan International Airport (BOS) — Approximately 6 miles (15-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram: @bostonu
Swim Team Instagram: @terrierswimdive
Twitter: @BU_Tweets
Facebook: Boston University
LinkedIn: Boston University
YouTube: Boston University
TikTok: @bostonu
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: The Competition Pool
Head Coach: James Sica
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #5 in Patriot League
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #5 in Patriot League
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U.S. News College Rankings
#41 in National Universities (tie)
#49 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
Electrical / Electronic / Communications
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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Forbes Top Colleges
#53
#37
In Private Colleges
#42
In Research Universities
#22
In The Northeast
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#380
America's Best Employers for Diversity 2024
#294
#185
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A+
Academics: A+
Diversity: A+
Athletics: A
Professors: A+
Dorms: B-
Student Life: A+
Value: A-
Campus: B+
Party Scene: A
Location: A+
Campus Food: B+
Safety: B+
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #40 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #118 of 1,332
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