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Boston University Rankings 2025

Map Pin IconBoston, Massachusetts, USA
Star Icon4.3 /5
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  • A+ Shiksha Grade
  • Private University
  • Institute Icon134 acre campus
  • Estd. 1839
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Ranking Highlights

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Boston University
US News & World Report Ranking 2024

Ranked by202220232024
Global Universities
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657073
National University424143
Best Graduate Law Schools201727
Best Graduate Medical Schools443632
Best UG Biomedical Engineering Schools91214
Biomedical Engineering PG121017
Computer Engineering PG393844
Electrical Engineering PG384145
Graduate Business School
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475150
Mechanical Engineering PG484941
UG Business493938
UG Electrical-Electronic and Communications Engineering3132– / –
UG Mechanical Engineering30– / –– / –
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Boston University
FT (Financial Times) Ranking 2024

Ranked by202220232024
GMBA
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637582
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QS Ranking 2025

Ranked by202320242025
World University
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10893108
Accounting and Finance
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5175– / –
Biological Sciences5198– / –
Communication and Media Studies5151– / –
Engineering and Technology
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193182– / –
Global MBA
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3339– / –
Law and Legal Studies10192– / –
Masters in Business Analytics2725– / –
Mathematics101107– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering201251– / –
Medicine5156– / –
Performing Arts5151– / –
Pharmacy and Pharmacology101101– / –
Physics and Astronomy101112– / –
Politics101101– / –
Sociology101101– / –
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Boston University
THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2024

Ranked by202220232024
University
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627178
Arts and Humanities101126126
Clinical and Health454841
Engineering
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151126151
Law978390
Life Sciences687572
PG Business and Economics
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375465
PG Computer Science
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10110191
Psychology514857
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ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2024

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Law2532– / –
Mathematics201401– / –
Physics101101– / –
Political Sciences5176– / –
Sociology4442– / –
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Boston University
Bloomberg Ranking 2023

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Best Business School USA
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Boston University
Course Ranking

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B.E. / B.Tech

Ranked by202220232024
US News & World Report - Best UG Biomedical Engineering Schools91214
US News & World Report - UG Mechanical Engineering30--
US News & World Report - UG Electrical-Electronic and Communications Engineering3132-
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BBA

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US News & World Report - UG Business493938
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LL.M.

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QS - Law and Legal Studies-101101
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) - Law312532
US News & World Report - Best Graduate Law Schools-2017
THE (Times Higher Education) - Law-9783
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Boston University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Multi-dimensional
  • Friendly
  • Academically oriented
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Student Views
  • 71% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships4.3
Part time work4
Post study jobs3.7
Quality of faculty4.6
Student Life4.7
Value for money4
Public transportation4.9
Safety4.7
Indian Food4.6
Permanent Immigration3.7
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Master of Science in Robotics and Autonomous Systems - Batch of 2025
4.5
Boston University is a bit expensive and the market is slow.
Tips: The city and the school are a bit expensive, and I would suggest that students have a clear or at least a vague idea of what they want to do. I would suggest they find a lab of interest and join as soon as possible. I personally got my allowance from my parents and did some parting on the campus as well.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty at Boston University is very helpful. You can approach the faculty at all times. I also enjoyed the hands-on experience that some courses provided. It was fun to put what I had learned into practice. In addition, I found that the faculty was very diverse, which added to my overall experience.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): There are various companies that will offer to sponsor your visas. There are a variety of job roles and salary packages being offered. It totally depends on the role you are looking for. Although the market is a bit down we need to work on ourselves to stay different from others.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024Read more
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MS in Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2024
5
An academically enriching experience with a vibrant campus life.
Tips: Boston University offers a rigorous academic experience, but it also provides plenty of support to ensure success. The faculty is deeply involved in research, and the university offers numerous opportunities for hands-on learning. It is important to be involved in student activities and clubs to make use of all the resources available. Moving to Boston was a cultural shift, especially adjusting to the colder weather and a different pace of life.
Reviewed on 16 Sep 2024Read more
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Master of Science in Management Studies - Batch of 2024
3.5
The university is decent but very expensive.
Tips: Students should know that this course gives you a glimpse of the corporate culture here and the outline of all management courses. I can pursue it just to have some international experience. ROI is not great. It is too expensive for a one-year program. It is structured well and offers the opportunity to work with real-life clients.
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Master of Science in Management Studies - Batch of 2024
4.2
Expensive but worth it experience. It makes you grow and learn the art of thinking out of the box.
Tips: Students should know that there are scholarships, but mostly given to first-intake students. It's an expensive city but with a lot of diversity. There is a lot to do on campus and off campus, but international students don't mingle quicker to avail of those opportunities. BU is big on ice hockey, so if you are a true terrier, you have to watch all those games. 
Likes (Student Life): The campus life is constantly happening and amazing. There are either professional or fun events happening somewhere, and the university makes sure that they are marketed well, plus there's free food and drinks. There is a BU pub on campus, and every Tuesday it is a random topic trivia night, and Wednesday is meant for karaoke nights. 
Dislikes (Part time work): There are enough on-campus job opportunities, mostly revolving around the kitchen and food. For MSMS, we don't get a chance to be a teacher's assistant since it is a small programme and you are required to have completed the subject on campus before applying for the TA. But some people still worked at a maximum of 20 hours per week, but in my opinion, the pay is not that great. 
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2024Read more
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MPH Public Health and MBA Health Sector Management - Batch of 2024
4.3
Challenging yet rewarding journey of growth, adaptation, resilience and survival.
Tips: Students should know that the community here is pretty inclusive, but being an international student can make you feel homesick. One also struggles most with the first semester because of the stark change in the education pattern from India, where only one final exam decides your grade. Here, grading is based on your performance throughout the semester until a course is completed. So, you have to keep up with the assignments and group projects and meet the deadlines besides managing your daily chores and part-time jobs. Most group projects have a peer review where group members rate each other's contributions. This is done to ensure a fair share of work among the teammates so that one person doesn’t get heavily burdened with group work while another person can get away without doing anything. But after the first semester, you start becoming comfortable with this pattern and will start enjoying the practical way of work and education more than just mugging up things and writing in your exam and eventually forgetting. Here, some courses even have open-book exams, and it will be difficult to take if one is not aware of the subject matter, and the concepts of a particular subject must be clear to take the exam. Additionally, often you have to present to the whole class, so you have to come out of your comfort zone and hesitate to address a whole class. Every student gets scholarships, but the amount might vary with each student and also with each year. It is called a merit-based scholarship, and one is automatically considered for this without any separate application. Two years back they were giving around 20% scholarships of the total tuition fees, but gradually they have started to increase the amount as per the recent data, but it is always random. The university and the course are expensive. But the employment rate has been good so far, and this country definitely has a lot of opportunities but is also becoming very competitive at the same time. 
Likes (Safety): Boston as a city is safe compared to other cities in the United States. They teach the MPH course on the medical campus, where you have to have card access to gain entry into any of the buildings. The Charles River campus is at the heart of the city at Commonwealth Avenue and it’s always crowded with students. Moreover, the Public Safety guys from the Boston University Police Department are always at work to ensure a safe and secure environment for all the students, faculty, and other staff. Boston University also runs its free shuttle service and it is very reliable so one can also avoid public transportation if they are unsure. However, in case of any kind of emergency, calling 911 always helps. So far, Boston is one of the most safest and student-friendly cities.
Dislikes (Value for money): Boston University no doubt holds a strong place for MPH candidates. But it is pretty expensive compared to the entry-level salaries one can get after graduating. Students are awarded scholarships but oftentimes it’s not sufficient to reduce the financial burden. So, if one has financial constraints they should reconsider applying to this school. One cannot expect to land a high-paying job right after graduation with an MPH from BU given the heavy investment.
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Master of Arts in Statistics - Batch of 2025
3.7
Quite an adventure here.
Tips: My experience here has been a rollercoaster ride with a lot of twists and turns. There are a number of on-campus options and part-time opportunities such as research, tutoring, and on-campus stores among more. The professors are open and kind enough to help us out with doubts or questions. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
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Boston University

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Who are the famous alumni of Boston University?

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The famous celebrities who have studied at Boston University are Martin Luther King. Jr., Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Julianne Moore, Geena Davis, Shraddha Kapoor, Leonard Nimoy, etc. The designations of the popular alumni of this university are given as follows:

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Designation

Martin Luther King. Jr

Christian Minister, Activist, and Political Philosopher

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Politician and Activist

Julianne Moore

Actress

Geena Davis

Actor, Activist, Fashion Model and Producer

Shraddha Kapoor

Actress

Leonard Nimoy

Actor and Director

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Can you get a full scholarship at Boston University?

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UG International students at BU are eligible for the Trustee and Presidential Scholarships only. Competitive applicants who are among the most accomplished in their class and demonstrate exceptional engagement in their school and communities can avail the Trustee Scholarship. The annual value of thi

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Does admission to Boston University require IELTS?

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Yes, to get admission to Boston University, international applicants are required to submit IELTS score. The minimum scores required in IELTS are given as follows:

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Minimum Scores

Duolingo

At least 125-135

TOEFL

At least 90-100, Minimum scores of 20 in each section

IELTS

Overall score of 7 or higher

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Akanksha Malhotra

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What are the total expenses for international students enrolled at Boston University?

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Below-given are the estimates for undergraduate international students enrolled at Boston University in the 2024/25 academic year. Boston University cost for international students are given below:

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Fees

Tuition

USD 66,670

University fees

USD 1,432

Health insurance

USD 3,280

Room and board

USD 19,020

Books and supplies

USD 1,000

Incidentals

USD 4,646

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Akanksha Malhotra

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What type of students does Boston University accept?

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At Boston University, students come from all walks of life and every corner of the globe. There is no single type of student at BU as the university's community includes students from different backgrounds and with a wide variety of life experiences. The total number of first-year applicants enrolle

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