Student Resources

Boston University provides comprehensive support services to help you thrive academically, professionally, and personally. Key resources include:

Academic Advising
Website: bu.edu/advising

Provides guidance on course selection, degree requirements, and academic planning
Helps students understand university policies and navigate academic challenges
Available through individual schools/colleges and university-wide services
Primary resource for making informed decisions about your educational path

Educational Resource Center (ERC)
Website: bu.edu/erc

Free peer tutoring for 100+ courses (100-200 level) with individual and drop-in sessions
Writing Fellows (trained grad students) support all stages of writing: brainstorming, drafting, revising, citations
One-on-one academic coaching for time management, study skills, and work/life balance
Workshops on test-taking, avoiding plagiarism, reading strategies, and English conversation groups for international students

Disability & Access Services (DAS)
Website: bu.edu/disability

Provides academic accommodations for students with disabilities (Deaf/Hard of Hearing,
Blindness/Low Vision, Learning/Attentional, Physical, Psychological)
Assists with housing and dietary accommodations as needed
Students should contact early—accommodation processing takes up to 3 weeks after documentation submission
Ensures equal access to all academic, social, cultural, and recreational programs at BU

Fellowships & Scholarships
Website: bu.edu/advising/fellowships-scholarships

Helps high-achieving students and alumni explore and apply for competitive external fellowships and BU awards
Provides personalized guidance on identifying opportunities and crafting strong applications
Supports domestic and international experiences before and after graduation
Collaborates with faculty across BU schools to enhance student development

BU Libraries
Website: bu.edu/library

Extensive research resources: databases, journals, books, and specialized collections across all disciplines
Multiple campus locations with Mugar Memorial Library as the main hub; most resources accessible online
Study spaces (quiet individual areas and collaborative group rooms), computer workstations, and technology
Subject librarians available for research assistance and developing effective search strategies

Student Health Services (SHS)
Website: bu.edu/shs

Integrated health center offering medical services: walk-in clinic, gynecological care, family planning, specialist referrals
Mental health services: counseling, medication management, peer support, and recovery programs
Health education on stress management, sexual health, substance use prevention
Patient Connect portal for online appointment scheduling and secure provider messaging

Sargent Choice Nutrition Center (SCNC)
Website: bu.edu/scnc

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists provide evidence-based nutrition counseling for students, faculty, staff, and community
BU students receive one FREE individual session after completing a nutrition workshop
Specialized support: chronic disease management, sports nutrition, eating disorder recovery, food allergies, digestive health
Nutrition workshops, cooking demonstrations, and Sargent Choice healthy dining program in residence halls

Center for Career Development (CCD)
Website: bu.edu/careers

Career coaching for all BU students and alumni on career planning, job search, resumes, cover letters, and interviews
Digital tools: Handshake (jobs/internships), VMock (AI resume feedback), Big Interview (interview prep), CareerShift (job tracking)
Career fairs, networking events, and employer information sessions year-round
Signature programs: Career Ambassador Program, Yawkey Nonprofit Internship
Program, Professional Clothing Closet

Pre-Health Advising
Website: bu.edu/prehealth

Supports students pursuing medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, PA, nursing, optometry, podiatry, and other health professions
Guidance on coursework planning, extracurriculars, standardized test prep, and professional school applications
Information sessions, professional panels, and workshops throughout the year
Individual advising available for current students and BU alumni

Pre-Law Advising
Website: bu.edu/prelaw

Assists students considering law school and law-related careers (all majors welcome)
Guidance on developing critical reading, research, writing, and analytical skills valued in legal education
Support with LSAT preparation, personal statements, school selection, and application processes
Individual appointments and informational programs available throughout the year

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
Website: bu.edu/urop

Connects undergraduates with funded, faculty-mentored research experiences across all disciplines
Open to all full-time undergraduate students; opportunities for credit, work-study, or funding
Develops critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills through hands-on scholarly work
Faculty-submitted research positions available; students can explore opportunities aligned with their interests

Student Employment Office (SEO)
Website: bu.edu/seo

Newbury Center for First Generation Students
Website: bu.edu/newbury-center

Dedicated support for first-generation undergraduate, graduate, and professional students (“Terrier F1RSTS”)
Holistic advising, mentoring, family outreach, and community-building events
Financial aid navigation, financial literacy, and connections to internships, study abroad, research
Creates supportive network ensuring first-gen students achieve same success and belonging as peers

Student Activities Office
Website: bu.edu/studentactivities

Supports 450+ student clubs and organizations across all interests (academic, cultural, recreational, special interest)
Helps students find existing groups or start new ones (minimum 4 members required)
Coordinates university-wide events: comedy shows, concerts, film screenings, Boston sporting events
Provides leadership training and organizational support for student leaders

Marsh Chapel & Religious Life
Website: bu.edu/chapel

Weekly interdenominational Protestant worship every Sunday at 11 AM (in-person and livestream)
Spiritual care through diverse chaplaincies representing various faith traditions and student-led religious groups
Interfaith programs, individual pastoral care, and meaning-making discussions
Wellness programs, stress relief events during exams, community dinners, and seasonal celebrations

International Students & Scholars Office (ISSO)
Website: bu.edu/isso

Comprehensive immigration advising: visa applications, maintaining status, work authorization (OPT/CPT), travel documentation
Dedicated International Student Advisor assigned to each school/college
Mandatory check-in for new international students and scholars; ensures documentation compliance
Workshops on employment authorization, post-graduation options, cultural adjustment, and U.S. immigration navigation

University Service Center (USC)
Website: bu.edu/usc

Central resource when questions involve multiple offices or you’re unsure where to turn
Guides students through complex processes requiring coordination across departments (e.g., medical leave while on financial aid)
Specializes in leave of absence and withdrawal procedures with expert staff support
Available by phone, email, and in-person weekdays to help navigate BU’s administrative systems