Apply

Here you can find all the information you need in order to apply. If you have a query about the process that isn’t answered by one of our FAQs, then please contact the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences Admissions Office by e-mail at grs@bu.edu or by mail at 705 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 112, Boston, MA 02215.

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Our application is conveniently available online. Please be aware that the application fee can only be paid with a credit card through the online payment system.

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Forms

Recommendation for admission form

For those whose recommenders cannot use the online recommendation system, print one copy of the form for each recommender.

Important:

  • For those using the online recommendation system, do not submit paper copies of the online recommendation.

Recommendation for admission form

Additional forms for international applicants only

Supplementary materials

In addition to your completed forms, your submission must also include the required supplementary materials. See the Application Checklist for details.