Boston University admissions
Boston, MA
Boston University acceptance rate
11.1%
8,749 of 78,769 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Highly selective. With a rate like this, Boston University is usually a reach unless your grades and scores are well above the typical admitted student.
Key numbers
- Yield: 37% of admitted students enrolled (3,268 of 8,749).
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Common questions about Boston University
What is the acceptance rate at Boston University?
Boston University admitted 11.1% of applicants (8,749 of 78,769) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Boston University?
3,268 of the 8,749 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 37%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Boston University?
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