Incoming Freshmen
Freshman Resources
- ACCUPLACER Freshmen Placement Testing
- Freshman Choices
- Request Application or Information
- Summer Freshman Program
- Tuition and Fees
- HS Counselor Recommendation Form — This is an optional form. If you wish to use, print it, fill it out and give to your counselor to report your application activity.
Special Freshman Categories
Summer Freshman Offer: Admission to the Summer Freshman Program gives students a unique opportunity to experience BU before returning in the fall. Students admitted to the Summer Freshmen Program must participate in the summer enrichment experience prior to their first semester.
Act 101/Educational Opportunity Program: Non-traditional criteria are applied in estimating potential of an applicant when it appears environmental background may have adversely affected grades, standardized test scores. Applicants may be required to file supplementary information as needed for proper consideration. Students admitted through the Act 101/EOP are expected to participate in a summer enrichment experience prior to their first semester. This requirement can only be altered by the Act 101/EOP director.
Who can apply?
Graduates of or seniors in accredited secondary schools or those who have a secondary school equivalency (GED). See what BU expects when evaluating applications.
How to apply
- Complete and submit an official application with $35 non-refundable fee to the Office of Admissions
- Request transcripts of secondary school grades be sent by
the school to the university - Take and arrange to have SAT or ACT test scores sent directly
from the testing service
Acceptance is determined after evaluation of high school work, achievement, SAT or ACT test scores, personal characteristics and enrollment capacity. Decisions are made without regard to race, age,
color, creed, national origin, gender or disabilities.
When to apply
Beginning in September, application reviews are made as they are received and on their own merit. Applicants generally receive a decision within four to six weeks. Some majors fill quickly, so early application (September through November) is encouraged. To be considered for nursing, your application must be complete by Nov. 15 of your senior year.