Facts and Rankings

The numbers speak for themselves on why BU is a top choice for thousands of students.

World-Class Reputation & Rankings

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BU is one of only three universities in Boston and Cambridge named to the prestigious Association of American Universities.

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Ranked #41 among national universities by U.S. News & World Report.

$1 million

in funding offered through the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP).

#3

Most popular state for international students.

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Ranked #17 in Top 50 Best Colleges in Big Cities by Newsweek.

Academic Excellence

10:1

Student-to-faculty ratio.

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Schools and Colleges to choose from to study whatever your heart desires.

90%

Of faculty have a PhD or equivalent.

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Ranked #25 for Best Value by U.S. News & World Report  for academic excellence and economic value.

$579.5

Million in research awards awarded to BU.

30

The average class size you'll find at BU, which means you'll get to know your professors well.

A Global Impact

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Ranked #7 among universities hosting the most international students in the US by Open Doors.

180+

study abroad opportunities.

650+

Global themed courses to choose from.

#3

Most Popular US State for International Students.

Students come from

128+ Countries

and all

50 States

Preparation for the Future

20%

Of students are first generation.

455,000

The BU Alumni network spans the globe with more than 455,000 alumni living and leading in over 185 of the world’s countries.

22%

of students are international.

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Within six months of graduation, 95% of students found employment or placement in graduate programs, military service, and fellowships.

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Ranked #12 in the US by Times Higher Ed for most employable graduates.

84%

of students complete an apprenticeship, co-op, externship, internship, paid learning experience, practicum, or research opportunity while attending BU.

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