Boston University is a leading private research institution with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world.

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Degree Programs. A is for anthropology, B is for biochemistry… A–Z, we’ve got it covered. Search BU’s programs by subject for degrees and courses of study in your area of interest.

Boston University is no small operation. With over 37,000 students from 140 countries, over 11,000 faculty and staff, 17 schools and colleges and the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences, and more than 300 programs of study, our three campuses are …

Whether you are looking for a graduate program, or you are already enrolled, this is your central place to connect with information and resources at Boston University. For prospective graduate students, learn about our programs with our Program Search tool, and discover why BU is …

If you have completed at least one semester as a degree candidate at another college or university, apply as a Transfer Applicant. And if you’ve already decided BU is your first choice among schools, apply as an Early Decision Applicant.

Boston University is test optional for first-year applicants applying for admission through fall 2028 and spring 2029. This policy applies to all undergraduate schools and colleges at Boston University as well as all scholarship programs.

When you learn online at Boston University, you connect to world-class faculty, highly motivated students, supportive staff, and academic programs that provide specialized skills in some of the most competitive industries.

Because we’re right in Boston, you have a wealth of opportunities to consider in your field of study or area of special interest. But why stop at Boston? We’ve also sent students across the country and around the world for internships and more.

Pick your odyssey. Explore BU’s 300+ programs of study, check out courses, or find student resources and University policies.