Boston University

About

BU-Boston University is a private institute in Boston, Massachusetts. This university is nonsectarian but has a historical connection with the United Methodist Church. It was created in 1839 by Methodists. Before the university moved to Boston in 1867, its first and original campus was in Newbury, Vermont. It offers master's degrees, bachelor's degrees, doctorates, and dental, medical, law and business degrees through 17 schools and colleges across three urban campuses. The primary campus is situated along the Charles River in Boston's Fenway-Kenmore, while the BU Medical Campus is in Boston's South End neighbourhood.

It is a comprehensive, international, private research institute devoted to educating students to be resourceful, reflective individuals ready to adapt, live and lead in an interconnected world. It is a dedicated institute to benefit society and generate new knowledge. The founding principles of BU are to make higher education accessible to all and that scholarship, research, artistic creation, and professional practice should be performed in the service of the local and international community. 

Students

At Boston University, there is a student body of nearly 34,000, with faculty members of around 4,000. From photography to beekeeping, religion to rocket propulsion, the university has more than 500 student associations and organizations to engage almost any interest. This makes it easy to find students at the university who share the same interests.

The Daily Free Press is an independent student newspaper and the fourth-largest daily newspaper in Boston. Since 1970, this newspaper has provided students with city and state news, campus news, editorials, sports coverage, entertainment and arts, and special feature stories.

NCCA Division I Terriers of Boston University compete in golf, basketball, cross country, rowing, ice hockey, swimming, lacrosse, and tennis. The Athletics Teams of BU also compete in Hockey East, Colonial Athletic Association conferences and Patriot League.

Accommodation

BU allows students to choose from a broad and eclectic mix of residences, all of them safe and secure. First-year students must live on campus to get the most out of the Boston University experience. There are several lodging options: small and large dormitories; 19th-century brownstones; Modern high-rises with city views; apartment-style spaces; and six-person suites.

The Faculty-in-Residence Program of Boston University puts a group of 15 professors to live alongside students in the residence halls. These professors serve as resources, role models and advocates for students. They help students develop interests through innovative, collaborative, and fun activities.

Ranking

Following are the global rankings of Boston University.

  • By QS World Ranking, Boston University ranks 108.
  • According to Times Higher Education Ranking, Boston University ranks 71.
  • US News and World Report rank Boston University at 70.

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Boston University
Boston, MA 02215, United States

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