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Boston University Grant

Boston University Grant is provided to students who meet all eligibility criteria for need-based financial aid. Academic performance is also a key factor in determining whether a candidate will be offered Boston University need-based grant.

These awards may be replaced at any time by University funds from endowed sources to meet fund restriction requirements.

Renewal criteria: Students must satisfactorily complete at least 12 credits each semester, achieve a minimum grade point average of 2.30 for the prior academic year, and meet all other eligibility criteria.


Contingent Grant

Contingent Grant is awarded for one semester to enrolled students who have failed to meet academic criteria for renewal. Students granted this award must participate in an academic support program and live in University-owned housing.

Renewal criteria: Contingent Grant recipients must satisfactorily complete at least 12 credits and achieve a minimum grade point index of 2.30 for the fall semester to have the same amount of grant for the spring semester. Complete information on terms and conditions is in the letter accompanying your award and the Guide to Your Financial Aid Award.


Supplemental University Grant

Supplemental University Grant is awarded to students who meet criteria for need-based financial aid and also live in University-owned housing on the Charles River Campus.

Renewal criteria: Students must satisfactorily complete at least 12 credits each semester and achieve a minimum grade point average of 2.30 for the prior academic year.

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