Admitted Graduate Students: What’s Next?

Congratulations on Your Admission to BU SHA!

We are thrilled to welcome you to BU and the School of Hospitality Administration (SHA) community. Are you ready to learn more about what your next steps are after being accepted to one of our graduate programs? We’re here to connect you to all the tools, information, and resources that you will need!

Important information and resources are outlined below! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our graduate admission team at shagrad@bu.edu or call (617) 353 – 3261.

Next Steps for Accepted Graduate Students

Visit the School of Hospitality Administration

Want to experience SHA before enrolling? We are happy to arrange an on campus visit.. During your visit, you can tour the school, sit in on a hospitality class, and meet with a faculty member and current student. Please contact shagrad@bu.edu to arrange your visit.

Confirm Your Enrollment

Before you can move forward, please inform us about your confirmation of enrollment by logging in to the applicant gateway emailed to you. The message’s subject line says “Next Steps for the [Graduate Program Name] at Boston University.” You will be asked to confirm your decision and pay your $400 enrollment deposit.

Create Your BU Email

Once you confirm your enrollment and pay your tuition deposit, you will receive an email with instructions on how to set up your BU email and user account. Please be sure to check this email throughout the spring. Information regarding course registration, orientation, and other important updates will be emailed to your BU address.

Access and Explore BU’s Student Link

Your BU email is necessary to access your myBU student account where you can access your records and student resources at Boston University. Through your myBU student account, you can register for classes, pay bills, find work-study opportunities, view grades, and more.

You will also need to use this account to ensure you are in Compliance with Boston University requirements before you can enroll in classes.

Submit Your Official Final Transcript

Submit an official copy of your bachelor’s degree transcript that includes your degree completion date. Official transcripts must be received by October 1, 2024.

Transcripts must be sent directly from your university. Electronic transcripts may be sent to shagrad@bu.edu.

Transcripts may be mailed to:
Boston University School of Hospitality Administration
Graduate Admissions Office
928 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215

Submit Your Health Forms

All incoming students must submit health forms and immunization records. Please review the requirements on the Student Health Services website.

Apply for Financial Aid

US Citizens and permanent residents who are applying for federal financial aid should complete the 2024/2025 FAFSA in late June/early July. More information about financial aid can be found on SHA’s Federal Financial Aid page.

Deferral Form

If you have been formally offered admission to one of SHA’s graduate programs and would like to defer enrollment to the following academic year. Please complete the following form. Any questions, please email shagrad@bu.edu.

SHA Graduate Admissions Deferral Request Form

Students who have been offered admission to one of SHA's graduate programs may defer their enrollment up to one year. Only students that have accepted their offer of admission are eligible to defer. If you have any questions about this form or your eligibility to defer, please email shagrad@bu.edu. Please Note: Students that have not been offered admission are not eligible for deferral.

Name(Required)

First Last

BU ID(Required)

Your BU ID is listed on your acceptance letter and can also be found in your online application portal.

Email Address(Required)

Graduate Program of Admission(Required)

Defer to Semester(Required)

Please note that Master of Management in Hospitality and Graduate Certificate in Advanced Hospitality Management candidates may defer enrollment to Spring semesters only. MS in Hospitality Real Estate and MS in Hospitality Management students may only defer to the following Fall semester due to the structure of their programs' curriculum.

International Students: Important Visa and I-20 Form Information

If you are an international student, you will need your Form I-20 to apply for your F-1 student visa from the US Embassy in your country. To issue your Form I-20, we will collect the required documentation once you pay the enrollment deposit. If you have any questions, please email shagrad@bu.edu.

Other Helpful Resources for Accepted Graduate Students

You can learn more about housing, financial literacy, academic services, and more on our SHA Graduate Student Resource page or the BU Graduate Education page.

BU TERRIER CARD
This is the official Boston University student identification card. You can apply for your student card here.

Have Questions? Let’s Connect!

If you have more questions about the enrollment process, you can always contact us by emailing shagrad@bu.edu or call (617) 353 – 3261.