Can you get into Boston University?
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston University admits about 11% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1400–1520, ACT composites around 32–34, about a 3.90 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether Boston University is a reach, match, or safety for you.
Boston University admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 11%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1400–1520
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 32–34
- Average GPA
- 3.90
Your chances at Boston University
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FindU Admissions Grade
How selective Boston University is, at a glance.
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into Boston University?
- Boston University has an acceptance rate of about 11%, which makes it highly selective based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into Boston University?
- Admitted students at Boston University have an average GPA of about 3.90. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for Boston University?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at Boston University have SAT scores between 1400–1520 and ACT composites between 32–34.
- What are my chances of getting into Boston University?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether Boston University is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.