by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current tuition and fee figures for Boston University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
In the most recent reported year, tuition and fees at Boston University stood at $68,102 for the year for full-time undergrads. There is no in-state discount at this school.
Of those figures, the required fees were $1,432; what is left is base tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $66,670 |
| Fees | $1,432 |
| Total | $68,102 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
What will Boston University charge part-time students? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
To put that price in context, here is how Boston University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In MA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Boston University runs on the expensive side.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Check the Boston University Financial Aid page for details.
Take a look at how tuition at Boston University has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $58,560 |
| Two Years Ago | $61,050 |
| One Year Ago | $63,798 |
| Most Recent Year | $66,670 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Boston U has tracked over the reported years.
Over the most recent year, tuition moved up 4.5%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $71,167 for the coming year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Averaged across those years, tuition and fees increased by 4.42%, putting next year’s cost near $71,111.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $71,111 |
| In 2 Years | $74,253 |
| In 3 Years | $77,534 |
| In 4 Years | $80,960 |
| In 5 Years | $84,537 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $303,858.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For more on the aid available at Boston University, head to the Boston University Financial Aid page.
