QuestBridge Match Scholars

QuestBridge Scholars admitted to BU via the National College Match will be offered a full scholarship to attend the University. Financial aid is provided by BU and contains no loans or BU parent contribution.

Policy Regarding Outside Funding: Please be aware that additional outside funding will replace the QuestBridge Scholarship. BU cannot award financial aid over the full cost of attendance.

Policy on Health Insurance: BU will provide funding to cover the BU Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) cost each year if QuestBridge students cannot waive the BU SHIP. Students must complete the annual SHIP waiver process and be denied before they are eligible for the increased QuestBridge Scholarship amount.

Policy on Travel Allowance: The initial QuestBridge Scholarship amount will be based on a standard travel allowance. QuestBridge Scholars can appeal if they incur higher travel costs; appeals will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Requirements Associated with Maintaining this Award:

• Questbridge Scholars must be enrolled full-time (a minimum of 12 academic credits per semester) and maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
• QuestBridge Scholars must reside in BU housing on the Charles River or Fenway Campus.
• QuestBridge Scholars are required to submit a FAFSAThe Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used to determine eligibility for state and federal grants, scholarships, and loans. The FAFSA can be completed on the Federal Student Aid website. The Boston University FAFSA school code is 002130. each year to be eligible for federal and state financial aid.

Boston University meets 100% of students’ demonstrated financial need. To learn more, visit affordableBU.