Boston University for Indian Students
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Leading US private research university in Boston — home to Harvard, MIT, and Northeastern. Strong Questrom Business, Communication, Engineering, and Public Health. School-based admissions with significant ED advantage.
Top 40
US Ranking
ED I+II
Early Decision
Boston
Student City
75+
Students Guided
What Makes BU Different
Boston Academic Ecosystem
Boston hosts Harvard, MIT, Northeastern, and Tufts — creating strong academic collaboration, internship access, and research opportunities. Proximity to finance, biotech, consulting, media, and healthcare sectors.
School-Based Admissions + ED Strategy
Apply to a specific school: Questrom Business, College of Engineering, Arts & Sciences, Communication, Public Health, Hospitality. BU fills a significant class portion through ED I and ED II (binding). Serious applicants benefit from ED.
Flexible Academics
BU offers dual majors, interdisciplinary programs, and strong study abroad opportunities across its schools.
Dr. Karan Gupta's tip: Students assume “BU is a big university, so admission is easier.” In reality, Business, Engineering, and Communication can be selective. ED strategy matters. Demonstrated program interest helps. Talk to us.
BU Admission Requirements
Undergraduate
Masters
MBA (Questrom)
- Analytics & leadership focus
- Boston industry connections
- Consulting, finance, tech pathways
- GMAT/GRE
- Work experience, essays, interview
- Read: MBA Strategy
Top Programs
Business (Questrom): Strong UG business and respected MBA
Communication & Media: One of BU's standout areas
Engineering & CS: Well respected with solid outcomes
Public Health: BU SPH globally recognized
Economics & International Relations: Strong research
Costs & Scholarships
Costs
- Undergraduate: ~$69,670/year
- Master's: ~$50,000–$60,000/year (program-dependent)
- MBA: ~$120,000+ total (Questrom, 2-year)
- Living costs: ~$1,800–$2,300/month | ~$22,000–$28,000/year
- Total estimated annual budget: ~$92,000–$98,000/year (tuition + Boston living)
- Approximate for recent intake cycles — Study in USA | Cost Calculator
Scholarships
- UG: Limited need-based; some merit scholarships
- Graduate: Assistantships for research programs
- MBA: Questrom merit-based scholarships
- Read: Scholarships Guide
KGC Students at BU
Hushaan Khambata
Boston University
“The comprehensive support from KGC throughout my application to Boston University exceeded my expectations.”
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Boston University
“BU Communication was my dream program. KGC helped me understand that BU's school-based admissions are competitive for popular programs. The ED strategy and essay guidance were spot on.”
Rohan Shetty
Boston University
“I applied to Questrom MBA after working in finance. Dr. Gupta helped me connect my career narrative to Questrom's analytics focus and Boston's industry ecosystem. The interview preparation was exceptional.”
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