Boston University Admissions - Discover Academics FAQs

Explore BU FAQs

Q:	Is Boston University a public school?

Q:	How many students attend Boston University?

Q:	With all those students, do you feel like a number?

Q:	Why is there so much building going on?

Q:	Is it hard to get around campus?

Q:	Do you have to walk far to classes?

Q:	What’s the weather really like?

Q:	Is Boston an expensive city?

Q:	What’s the difference between a university and a college?

Q:	Can you give me directions to campus?

Q:	Where is the Admissions Reception Center located on campus?

Q:	How can I get on the mailing list to receive publications from Boston University?

Q:	What activities are available when I visit campus?

Q:	Where should I stay when I visit Boston University?

Q:	What do you recommend seeing and doing in Boston when I visit campus?

Q:	When do you give campus tours and information sessions?

Q:	Can I sit in on a class during my visit to campus?

Q:	How can I learn more about Boston University if I'm not able to visit campus?

Q:	Will you be visiting my local area this year?

Q:	Will you attend any local college fairs this year?

Q:	How can I learn more about Boston University if I live in another country?
For more information about visiting Boston University, please go to Explore BU.

Apply FAQs

Q:	What is the average high school grade point average (GPA) for incoming freshmen?

Q:	What are the average standardized test scores for incoming freshmen?

Q:	What tests are required?

Q:	If I am an international student, do I have to take the SAT I?

Q:	What is Boston University's policy for admission of homeschooled students?
For more information on undergraduate admissions at Boston University, please visit the Apply section.

Discover Academics FAQs

Q:	Are professors accessible?

Q:	How big are the classes?

Q:	Do graduate students teach classes?

Q:	Will I have my own advisor?

Q:	Can I double major? Are there any restrictions?

Q:	Are there services for students with disabilities?

Q:	Do many students go on to law school, graduate school, or medical school?

Q:	Do I need to take a foreign language?

Q:	Is there a freshman writing requirement?

Q:	What is the Core Curriculum?

Q:	Where can I study abroad?

Q:	Is there an internship office?

Q:	Is there an honors program? How does it work?

Q:	Are there integrated bachelor's/M.D. programs available through the Boston University School of Medicine?

Q:	How many years does it take to complete the physical therapy program? What degree will I get?

Q:	What is the Sargent Clinic?

Q:	Some communications schools allow their students to run agencies. Is this true for the College of Communication?

Q:	What kind of professional experience will I gain at the College of Engineering?

Q:	What is the College of General Studies?

Q:	Can I design my own major?

Q:	How much teaching experience is possible for School of Education students?

Q:	Is there a pre-law program? Pre-med?

Q:	Do you offer an architecture major? Nursing? Criminal justice?

Q:	Is there a Marine Biology program?

For more information about academics at Boston University, visit Discover Academics.

Experience Student Life FAQs

Q:	Is it easy to get involved?

Q:	Is the campus safe?

Q:	Can I bring a car?

Q:	Is social life concentrated on campus or off campus?

Q:	Is there a Greek system?

Q:	What is the minority population?

Q:	If I want to play competitive sports, what are my options?

Q:	Where will I live?

Q:	What are the residences like?

Q:	Is housing guaranteed?

Q:	Can I live off campus?

Q:	How's the food?

Q:	What are points?

Q:	I thought points could also be used to do your laundry and to make photocopies?

For more information about life at Boston University, please visit Experience Student Life.