What are my chances of getting into Boston University?
Hi! I am currently a junior in High School with an unweighted GPA of 3.28. (I had a B average GPA in freshman year, but then I struggled a lot and got a 2.7 GPA for sophomore year...This year I am doing better, and I feel like my unweighted GPA will come out as a 3.57.) I scored a 2100 on my SAT ( I don't remember the separate scores, sorry!). COMMUNITY SERVICE: Volunteering at Howard County Autism Society (one day) Volunteering at a senior home (for a while) Volunteering for the Salvation Army (one day) Volunteering at my local library( for a while) Taught as an art teacher at an elementary school(one day) **Does the volunteer work I completed for one day count??? SCHOOL ACTIVITIES: String Orchestra GT (all 3 years and will still be in it senior year) Art Club (member) Red Cross Club (member) Mentor Club (member) ** I was also a participant in the 2012 Maryland All state orchestra ~I understand that my GPA is quite low, but I was just wondering if all of my other factors will increase my chances of being accepted into Boston University or other good schools. Thank you so much!
What are the chances to get accepted to Boston University as a transfer after freshman year?
The heart of your question should be, “Why do I want to transfer to Boston U?” because your motive will translate to the actions you take every day to ensure this goal is achieved.Do I want to attend a semi-elite institution? Probably not a convincing reason. The city campus will liberate me from the small town college feel? This explanation is for applicants who are aimlessly searching for a legitimate answer, like mice desperately hunting for cheese in an ocean.Colleges want to see that you’ve acquired some sense of direction by the time you apply. What makes them assume you won’t just transfer to a different institution the following year? Investigate what BU could offer you compared to your current college. Find your purpose and sprint for Commonwealth Avenue (assuming you reside far away from Boston). You’re granted one transfer card, so use it wisely.I successfully transferred to BU as a sophomore, and I implore you to compose your two essays with intention, eloquence, and sincerity. I truly believe this is how I captured the hearts of the admissions office. That is not to say I didn’t maintain a decent grade point average, explore extracurricular clubs, or leave a promising mark on past professors. I endorse all of these things, by the way, but I really believe the swinging factor for acceptance is the uniqueness you could bring to campus. This is depicted through GPA and outside involvement, but the personal statement allows you to persuasively articulate your motive. Do your research, too. Your chances aren’t hindered by pointing to specific Boston University clubs, internship programs, or research opportunities you would utilize to your best advantage. I didn’t attain a 4.0 and I wasn’t the president of any clubs, but I am confident my essays stood out.Be intentional with your course selection and only enroll in classes that would be transferrable to BU. Visit Boston University’s transfer equivalency site for more information on that.Also, I refute the claim of “you must have $70,000 in available cash to pay for each year.” I did not inherit $70k and my family was not able to just whip it out of our pockets, but I still received a generous financial aid award. Please don’t let false testimonies like these deter you from applying.Go Terriers!
What are my chances of getting admitted at Boston University for an astronomy major (SAT 1280, UW 3.8 GPA, 1% percent ranking, and 3 leadership positions)? I am a Hispanic woman in STEM.
Chances sound reasonable, but a higher SAT would improve the outlook. According to the department website, you only need to be accepted to the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), it seems. Then when you are in school you file a form to declare any of the majors in that school, which includes Astronomy, and Astronomy & Physics.Major/Minor DeclarationMath SAT 660-760 range of middle 50%CR SAT 640-720 range of middle 50%I’m guessing you are in the bottom quartile of accepted students as far as the SAT. Everything else sounds great.
What are my chances of getting into NYU (CAS), Boston University, Northeastern, and George Washington with a GPA UW of 3.96 and 1700 SATs?
My daughter was admitted to Boston University. At the time she had a college fund that paid for her expenses. After she ran out of money, after her 2nd year, she had to leave because they wouldn't give her financial aid. So, if you have money you will get in. She ended up going to SUNY University of Buffalo and graduated with two BS degrees, a MS, a PhD, and an MD.
Good chance at Boston University, honestly??
I have approx. a 3.2 gpa and great study skills. I know that SATs are important, however I have not tken them yet.(Have to wait till my college planning class). I did very well on my PSATs and my guidence counsler said thinks I would do fairly well (average scores?) on the actual test. As for extra curricuculars, I am involved in cheerleading. By the end of my senior year, I will have 4 seasons of fall (Football) cheering, & 4 seasons of winter (basketball/hockey/competition) cheering. Those are the only school activities i do. I also have A LOT of community service. To graduate, my school requires 40 hrs. In my sophmore year, i am already at 70+ hrs. Most of it has been aquired at American Cancer Society events throughout my area. Does that looks good on applications? I am looking to get into pre-med classes. I want to go to Boston + I heard BU was good. Do you think i would have a good chance of getting in? I am open to any New England schools, also any in NC where my father is
Deferred from Boston university...do i have a chance of getting into Madison?
i applied early decision to boston university. i later figured out it was no longer my first choice, and was worried what would happen if i got accepted. I just found out i have been deferred. This is sort of good news, except now I realized and am scared that i wont get into my first choice college, which is a much better university than Boston. BU is in the 50 range in rankings, but my first choice now is around 35 (it's Madison). My GPA is within the range for Madison and my ACT score is a 30. To be honest, I felt I was qualified for BU and was sure I was going to get in. I also feel qualified for Madison too. But now I'm nervous...because if BU didnt accept me...why would Madison? What do you think?
What could I do to increase my chances to get accepted to Boston University?
A2A. What could I do to increase my chances to get accepted to Boston University?James Lacey has already answer this question. I always recommend you understand how universities select their students. To help you with that, see College essays, the last and most important step in an undergraduate application by James Leland Harp on How to get into the University of your choice.
Will Boston university accept people with a 3.1 GPA?
There are two parties involved in the matching process, you and BU.As far as you go, a 3.1 from a high school that does not have an academic reputation with lackluster standardized test scores would make getting into BU more of a challenge than it should be. However, this can be offset by your demographics and non-academic achievements and interests.BU on the other hand has earned the reputation as Boston’s largest safety school. Quite often applicants will only show interest in BU because they came to Boston to look at Harvard, MIT, Boston College, and other schools like Tufts or even Northeastern. While there are a number of very smart students at BU, the admissions department needs to fill a lot of slots and has a serious yield management problem with many accepted students choosing to go to other schools with better reputations and/or a lower net cost of attending. This means that the school cannot afford to reject applicants from the middle of the pack and below.Since it sounds like you would fit the profile of someone who would actually attend BU if accepted, that would also work in your favor.
DO you think I have a good shot into Boston University?
Do you think I have a good shot into Boston University? (not to be confused with boston college) I have a 3.589 GPA out of 4.0. My SAT score is Math: 630 Reading: 610 Writing: 560 My SAT subject tests Math 1: 650 Literature: 600 I know I can get into BU's College of General Studies, but I don't want to go there. I want to be accepted into BU's 4 yr colleges, where i can major in Biomedical Engineering. Do you think I got a shot? How good of a chance? PLEASE HELP Thanks P.S. I go to a very competitive High School so compared to others... i barely am in the top 35% of seniors.
How do I get into Boston University?
I worked in the College of Engineering’s Dean’s Office for 2 years. Boston University is a very selective engineering school, admitting 2,117 students in 2013 with an acceptance rate of 37.3%. This is an admit rate much lower than the average for all engineering schools (63.5%). Further, Boston University (BU) is a research university, which means it grants a broad spectrum of degrees, from undergraduate to doctorate degrees. (research universities are known for producing large volumes of published research in academia). It is rare for an undergraduate to have access to research projects, but at BU you have that opportunity. Students are also able to cross-register for some of the engineering classes at MIT.Although you don’t have leadership positions in your resume, your grade point average seems strong. I would add some outside activities to your background—clubs, sports, internships, volunteer work. Strong recommendations supporting your application will make you more attractive. And, if you can write a good essay about some engineering experience, why you want to study engineering, and/or what aspect of engineering at BU is of interest (there are 4 departments, all with a variety research projects taking place) and how you envision making a contribution or what you hope to learn. Finally, if you are able to visit the campus and speak to some of the engineering professors or students by touring the engineering departments, in addition to seeing the campus, you may be able to further describe why BU is a good fit for you.The admissions office is going to be looking primarily at your credentials—-GPA & test scores—then, what makes you a good “fit” and how likely are you to succeed in the program.Good luck!