The Class
of 2015
Undergrads

“They like BU more now because there is more to like. Over the past five years, the University has put more money into growing the faculty and increasing financial aid. It’s made significant investments in programs to support student life and student services, dormitories, concerts, and clubs.” Laurie Pohl
Vice President for Enrollment & Student Affairs
83% of our freshmen are from outside of Massachusetts.
99% of first-years live in campus housing, including our new LEED dorm for the environmentally conscious.
41,760 students applied for the 4,000 seats in the Class of 2015, a record number of applicants.
5,985 international students applied from 136 countries.
9% increase over last year’s applicant pool.
1993 is the average SAT score for this year’s admitted students, 29 points higher than last year.
3% Our Honors College students rank in the top 3% of their graduating class.
46% of freshmen received an offer of financial assistance.
65% of admitted students are in the top 10% of their high school class.
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