Critical Dates for Transfer Applicants
September Admission
| April 1 | Application deadline* |
|---|---|
| April 1 | Deadline for the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE and Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be received by the processors** |
| Mid-May to Mid-June | Admission decisions mailed and available online on students’ BU Web accounts |
* Applicants to the School of Theatre: We strongly suggest that you file your application by January 1 to allow time to prepare and schedule an audition or interview.
January Admission
| November 1 | Application deadline |
|---|---|
| November 1 | Deadline for the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE and Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be received by the processors** |
| Mid-November to Mid-December | Admission decisions mailed and available online on students’ BU Web accounts |
**We recommend registering for a CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE online with CSS six weeks before the financial aid deadline. For detailed information, please see the Financial Assistance website.
To apply for either September or January admission, you must have completed coursework and be available to register and attend classes on the date the semester begins.
International Transfer Students: Please note that Boston University financial assistance is not available to international students. For general information about financial assistance, request the booklet “Financial Planning for Study in the United States” from the U.S. Information Agency or the binational advising center in your home country.