Boston University has an acceptance rate of 14%. Half the applicants admitted to Boston University who submitted test scores have an SAT score between 1350 and 1500 or an ACT score of 31 and 34. However, one quarter of admitted applicants achieved scores above these ranges and one quarter scored below these ranges. The application deadline at Boston University is Jan. 4.

Admissions officials at Boston University consider a student's GPA a very important academic factor. An applicant's high school class rank, when available, is considered important and letters of recommendation are considered important for admissions officials at Boston University. To see additional academic factors along with other school data, learn more about College Compass.