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Boston University

One Silber Way
Boston, Massachusetts 02215

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Web Site: http://www.bu.edu
Phone: (617)353-2000
Toll Free:
Fax: (617)353-6195
President: Robert A. Brown
Institutional Control: Private nonprofit
Coed Status: Men and Women
Academic Calendar: Semester
Accreditation: Yes


Boston University is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world today, with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world. More than any other institution in our society, the modern university exists to serve the future. Boston University does this by educating individuals for fulfilling, productive lives and by creating solutions to pressing or anticipated problems through research. As a major research university, Boston University is both a repository for accumulated knowledge and experience and a testing ground for critically examining received wisdom, where groundbreaking research is conducted in a wide variety of fields and across disciplines. Taught by inspired, committed, and creative faculty, our programs combine the enduring value of a liberal arts education with the skills and experience offered by professional schools, to ensure that our students are engaged, adaptable, and equipped for successful careers and fulfilling lives.

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In Boston University by xxblonxdiexx (3 hrs ago)
I was looking on the common app and I couldn't find where to specify what school I'm applying to. I'm planning on applying to the smg, but I don't know how to mark that on the application, any help? Thanks! Read More...

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In Boston University by jeffsun (16 hrs ago)
Hi just wondering what you guys think my chances are for BU. Asian American New Jersey (pretty competitive) 264 students.. Class does not rank Economics Major Weighted GPA: 3.71 (5 AP's 5 Honors when done with HS) SAT: 590V 710M 600W (1900) SAT II's: MI: pending MII: pending AP USH: ... Read More...

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In Boston University by sak09 (11/20/2009)
Grading here is weird. I mean the GPA stuff makes sense but getting an actual grade in the class is just...different from what I'm used to. For my chem class, I'm getting 40s and 50s on my exams, but because of the ridiculous scaling, I'll probably end up with a grade in the B range. A lot of ... Read More...

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