Boston University Rankings 2024-25

US News and World Report of 2024 has ranked the prestigious Boston university at #43 in National Universities list. The university at #25 in Best Value Schools. Additionally, we see the university being placed at #222 in Top Performers on Social Mobility and #20 in Most Innovative Schools. 

BU is one of the world's top 60 institutions, with a world-class reputation. Boston University's rankings make it one of the most desirable private colleges in the US, which is one of the key contributing causes to the significant foreign student presence (27%). According to Niche, BU is the #131 best-value college in the US and the #54 best institution overall. It is furthermore ranked #41 by Forbes in the northeast. BU is recognised not just in global rankings, but also in Graduate Employability Rankings, National Rankings, and Subject Rankings. The highlights of the university's rating are shown below -

• #42 - In the World - EduRank 2024
• #36 - In North America - EduRank 2024
• #33 - In the United States - EduRank 2024
• #3 - In Massachusetts - EduRank 2024
• #14 - Most Diverse Colleges in America - Niche 2024
• #34 - Top Private Universities in America - Niche 2024
• #38 - Best Colleges in America - Niche2024

Course-Wise Rankings

The institution receives ranking recognitions in a wide range of fields and areas of study. An enormous number of overseas students are drawn to BU because it offers a wide variety of courses and is ranked among universities throughout the world.

• #4 - For Military Science - EduRank 2024
• #7 - Best Colleges for Kinesiology and Physical Therapy in America - Niche 2024
• #7 - Best Colleges for Design in America - Niche 2024
• #9 - Best Colleges for Criminal Justice in America - Niche 2024
• #12 - Best Colleges for International Relations in America - Niche 2024
• #17 - Best Colleges for Performing Arts in America - Niche 2024
• #19 - Best Colleges for Business in America - Niche 2024
• #23 - Best Colleges for Biology in America - Niche 2024
• #26 - Best Colleges for Psychology in America - Niche 2024