Getting to Know BU
With 17 schools and colleges, the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences, 37,000+ students, and more than 10,000 faculty and staff members spread over three campuses [Charles River, Medical, and Fenway]—BU is understandably big and it’ll take some time to get to know the University.
This page has resources below to get started, which will help you understand the BU ecosystem. No need to panic: because it’s a lot to take in, we don’t expect you to read every last detail. It’s a solid reference point for exploring and reference.
About
- University website and its About page
- Boston University Annual Report
- Bulletin: the document of authority for all students; guide to all schools, colleges, departments, academic requirements, etc.
- Boston University Strategic Plan 2020–2030
- Boston University Directory includes students, alumni, staff, and faculty.
- Campus Map
- University Acronyms
University News
- BU Today is a daily website, featuring breaking news, research stories, and coverage of BU students, faculty, staff, alumni, campus events, and programs.
- The Brink delivers the University’s research news.
Admissions
- Undergraduate Admissions
- Graduate Education
- How to Apply page, which includes international and transfer students.
- Financial Aid
- Extended Education
- Sign up for a campus tour
Alumni
- Development & Alumni Relations
- Bostonia, Boston University’s alumni magazine