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INSTITUTIONAL DOSSIER·ID #18225

Boston University

波士顿大学

Boston, United States
Official Portal
SectorPrivate research university
Founded1839
Enrollment36,760
Student : Staff9:1

UNIVERSITY RANKINGS

Rankings Overview

Latest recorded results. Editions and methodologies differ by ranking.

QS2027

#94

Score 70

Down 6 places vs 2026

THE2027

#86

Score 69.5

Down 10 places vs 2026

ARWU2026

101-150

Score not published

Rank bands; change not quantified

U.S. News2027

#96

Score 69.8

Down 10 places vs 2026

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DECADE PERFORMANCE INDEX · 2018–2027

10-Year Historical Ranking Trajectory

Focused 10-year window across major ranking systems. Click any publisher card below to isolate its curve.

Showing 10 annual editions (2018–2027). Higher curve points indicate stronger global standing (#1 at top).

Only exact positions are plotted where available; for band-ranked editions (e.g., 791–800), the upper band threshold is plotted to preserve multi-year continuity. Published rank bands are preserved in the ranking overview above.

INSTITUTIONAL METRICS

Quick Facts & Campus Profile

Campus & Intake Telemetry
Total Enrollment

36,760

Active Students

Faculty Size

4,071

Academic Staff

Acceptance Rate

19%

Estimated Admissions

Safety Score

85/100

Campus Safety

Transportation

95/100

Public Access

Tuition (Int.)

$64,700

Annual Estimate

INTERACTIVE DECISION WORKBENCH Free Account Sync

Admission Fit Simulator & Personal Dossier

Cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale)3.65 / Benchmark 3.50
2.503.003.504.00
English Proficiency (IELTS Equivalent)7.0 / Target 7.0+
5.5 (TOEFL ~65)7.0 (TOEFL ~100)9.0 (TOEFL 118+)
Research, Internships & Extracurricular Depth
ESTIMATED CLASSIFICATIONCORE MATCH
73/100Profile Alignment Index

Aligned with median admitted cohort benchmarks across GPA and language thresholds.

Selectivity~19% Admit
Est. Annual Tuition$64,700
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EDITORIAL BRIEFING

Institutional Profile

4 sections

Imagine walking along Commonwealth Avenue, the Charles River glinting beside you, past iconic brownstones steeped in history, juxtaposed with sleek, modern academic marvels. Boston University, founded in 1839, isn't just a campus; it's a living, breathing extension of Boston itself. Its soul is an electrifying fusion of storied tradition and forward-thinking innovation. From the gothic grandeur of Marsh Chapel to the contemporary lines of the Rajen Kilachand Center, BU exudes a unique architectural symphony. This is a place where every brick tells a story of relentless intellectual pursuit, where the air hums with the kinetic energy of global ambition, and where a diverse community of over 36,000 minds converges, creating a vibrant, prestige-soaked academic metropolis right in the heart of one of the world's most dynamic cities. It’s an urban tapestry woven with global threads, promising an immersive and unparalleled educational journey.

GEOGRAPHIC TELEMETRY

Campus Coordinates

42.3508° N, -71.1077° E
VISUAL ARCHIVE

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ACADEMIC FACULTIES

Core Academic Disciplines

Business

Communication

Engineering

SYNTHESIZED TRADE-OFFS

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INSTITUTIONAL FAQ

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In the QS World University Rankings 2027, Boston University is ranked #94. In the Times Higher Education (THE) 2027 rankings, it is ranked #86.
Boston University is located in Boston, United States.
Boston University was founded in 1839.
Boston University has approximately 36,760 enrolled students.

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STUDENT BUDGET

Cost of Living

Boston

Typical monthly expenses in Boston. Adjust sliders to personalise.

Rent & Utilities$2,600
$200$4,000
Food & Groceries$550
$100$1,500
Transport & Other$110
$30$1,000
Estimated Monthly$3,260
Estimated Yearly$39,120

Estimates in USD. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and neighbourhood.

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