1 – Right Top: English Proficiency

English Proficiency & Skills

BU requires English proficiency for admission. We provide reading, writing, and conversation resources to help you meet our high language skill standards and get to know your American peers.

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2 – Right Middle: Visa Info

Getting Your Visa

To make getting your visa to study in the US easier, read our quick guide and visit the ISSO's website if you need help.

3 – Right Bottom: Adapting to Life at BU

Adapting to Life at BU

At Boston University, we understand the challenges of joining a new community. In an effort to make your transition easier, Global Programs created the International Student & Scholar Hub. From academics to housing, we have all the resources you need in one spot.

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5 – 4, bottom center: Housing

Where to Live

You'll find a variety of living options on campus or very close by. Many undergraduates live in our residence halls, including year-round housing options, while graduate students can apply to live in on-campus apartments or in a nearby neighborhood.

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7 – Bottom Left: Admission Info

Admissions Information

Students seeking baccalaureate degrees can apply through undergraduate admissions. We also welcome transfer applicants from other universities.

Graduate students apply directly through a specific school or college.

8 – Middle top – Financial Aid

Tuition, Scholarships & Fellowships

BU offers international students a limited number of undergraduate scholarships. Scholarship opportunities for graduate students vary by school. See Smart Money 101 for financial management resources.

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    • ISSO Home base for international students, helping with visas, travel, and more ISSO Home base for international students, helping with visas, travel, and more
    • CELOP Take intensive English, make social connections, learn technical terms, and more CELOP Take intensive English, make social connections, learn technical terms, and more
    • Global Resources BU Global Programs offers a round-up of key internationally focused resources Global Resources BU Global Programs offers a round-up of key internationally focused resources
    • Student Central The online hub for BU students, with quick links from academics to late night events Student Central The online hub for BU students, with quick links from academics to late night events
    • BU Contacts Get in touch with the right offices around campus to have the best BU experience BU Contacts Get in touch with the right offices around campus to have the best BU experience