Location: United States of America
Program: Undergraduate Programme
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: same with course
Deadline: December 1, 2026 (Priority Deadline)
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The Boston University Alumni & Friends Scholarships are prestigious merit-based awards made available to first-year international undergraduate students, funded through the generosity and commitment to international education of distinguished alumni and friends of the Boston University community. Awarded to a select number of students each year typically between 5 and 15 the scholarships range in value from $10,000 to the full cost of attendance, and are granted in recognition of exceptional academic achievement, leadership, creativity, initiative, and community impact. To be considered, international applicants need only complete their application for admission by the priority deadline of December 1; there is no separate scholarship application.
Boston University is one of the largest private research universities in the United States, founded in 1839 and located along the Charles River in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts. With over 300 programmes of study across 17 schools and colleges, BU is a globally recognised institution known for its rigorous academics, vibrant campus culture, and deep commitment to diversity and international engagement. Welcoming students from more than 130 countries, the university fosters an intellectually dynamic environment where students are encouraged to think boldly, contribute meaningfully, and make a lasting difference in their communities and beyond.
Benefits of the Scholarship
This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:
- Annual award value ranging from $10,000 to the full cost of attendance
- Between 5 and 15 awards made each year to first-year international students
- No separate scholarship application required — consideration is automatic upon submission of the admission application by December 1
- Other benefits
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:
- Must be a first-year international applicant or a US citizen and US Permanent Resident applying to Boston University’s undergraduate programme
- Must submit a complete application for admission by the priority deadline to be considered for merit scholarships; no separate scholarship application is required
- Must submit the Common Application along with all required international applicant documents, including secondary school records and official transcripts, a counsellor recommendation and school report form, and a teacher evaluation
- If English is not the applicant’s first language, must submit official results from the TOEFL iBT (minimum composite score of 90–100), IELTS (minimum overall score of 7.0), or Duolingo English Test (minimum score of 125–135); competitive applicants will have scores at or above these thresholds
- Must submit documentation of financial support including a completed Confidential Statement for Financing Studies & Sponsorship Support Confirmation form along with current and liquid financial documentation
- Must submit a photocopy of the photo/data page of a current, valid passport
- SAT/ACT scores are optional; Boston University is test-optional for all first-year applicants through fall 2028 and spring 2029
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements
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Selection Criteria
The Boston University Alumni & Friends Scholarships for international students are awarded through a merit-based selection process embedded within the general admissions review, with the Board of Admissions evaluating the totality of each applicant’s record including academic achievement and performance, demonstrated leadership and initiative, community service and impact, creativity, and the overall strength of the application to identify a select group of 5 to 15 recipients from across various geographic regions and academic disciplines; applicants are encouraged to ensure their complete admission application is submitted by the December 1 priority deadline, as consideration for merit scholarships is contingent on timely submission and no separate application or nomination process exists.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
