They hail from 42 states and 53 countries. Their median SAT is 1430 and they rank in the top 10 percent of their class, with an average GPA of 3.72. Meet the Class of 2023.

62,224 applications received

3,156 enrolled freshmen

46% enrolled from Early Decision

18.9% admit rate, compared with 22% in 2018

1430 median SAT

32 median ACT

42 states represented

53 countries represented

3.72 grade point average of entering freshmen

26% of domestic freshmen are underrepresented minorities

22.1% of domestic freshmen are Pell Grant eligible

Beyond these impressive numbers, our 3,156 incoming freshmen hold diverse interests and passions. One cofounded a nonprofit that resells goods from impoverished countries to benefit low-income families in India. Another conducted research on Paget’s disease and osteosarcoma at UConn Health. And a third is the chief design officer at a teen-run start-up incubator, which works with clients to design apps and websites.

In other words, the Class of 2023 is sure to leave its mark on BU.

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