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OFFICIAL SCORECARD
Boston University
Boston, MA · Private nonprofit
Acceptance rate
11.1%
Average SAT
1480
Tuition, out-of-state (yr)
$68,102
Tuition, in-state (yr)
$68,102
Undergraduates
18,248
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$83,238
Type
Private nonprofit
State
Massachusetts (MA)
International students
21.2%
STEM degrees
33%
🎓 33% of degrees here are in STEM fields — international students graduating in a STEM major qualify for up to 3 years of OPT work authorization in the US (vs. 1 year for other majors), which matters if you plan to work after graduation.
Figures come from the US Department of Education College Scorecard. For current admission policies and costs, always check the school's official website.