Boston University

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:If a humanities (sociology or Jewish studies) major, any tips?

I’d make that obvious as those are less popular in modern times. You can also easily do those major by entering through the college of general studies which is easier to get into than arts and sciences.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I wouldn't worry about getting in. BU is not worth the price tag.

Well, BU’s average cost after aid is about $26K. You can worry about the price after you get in.

Besides, if you can afford it and take initiative, experiencing college life in a city like Boston is definitely worth it.

[Anonymous]

Which one would you choose for academic rigor and future prospects, UIUC or BU for pre-med?

[Anonymous]

Good question. My kid was wait listed at BU but got into Swat, Georgetown and UNC out of state. Guessing maybe the kid should have shown more demonstrated interest for BU? Idk.

[Anonymous]

Aim higher BU like NEU are 40-60 schools like BC.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Aim higher BU like NEU are 40-60 schools like BC.

40-60 out of 4,000 or so colleges.

Top 1%.

Get it?

[Anonymous]

Apply ED.

2,000 out of 3200 freshmen were admitted early decision.

Those numbers don't include spring admits, but it gives you a very good idea of how BU likes an applicant to demonstrate interest.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Apply ED.

2,000 out of 3200 freshmen were admitted early decision.

Those numbers don't include spring admits, but it gives you a very good idea of how BU likes an applicant to demonstrate interest.

To piggyback, more than 6500 students applied early decision. BU has really embraced ED as a way to filling its class and prospective students have realized that.

[Anonymous]

For pre-med, biology/biology engineering major, which one would you pick? BU vs UIUC?

[Anonymous]

44% of UIUC pre-meds were accepted into med school.

At BU, 70% of pre-meds were accepted.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:44% of UIUC pre-meds were accepted into med school.

At BU, 70% of pre-meds were accepted.

Thanks!! Good to know.

[Anonymous]

Where do students live studying in BU? The school has no campus, only a narrow strip of road.

[Anonymous]

Not sure based on your broken English, but the students study in what are called "libraries" and can even study in other buildings with study spaces, including dormitories. Speaking of those, BU has something called "dormitories" for students to live in. Some are located in high rises, others in low rises and still others in brownstones. There are also something called "apartments" in which students can live; these could be university owned or privately owned. If they are privately owned you rent from a "landlord" and you become a "tenant."

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Where do students live studying in BU? The school has no campus, only a narrow strip of road.

It has a library. Dummy.

And do a virtual tour of BU before yapping nonsense.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Where do students live studying in BU? The school has no campus, only a narrow strip of road.

You really just wanted a chance to throw in a jab, right?
https://www.bu.edu/housing/undergrad-housing/residences/