GPA expectations for Boston University admissions

Hey guys, dreaming of becoming a Terrier someday here! Does anyone know what GPA I should be aiming for if I want to apply to Boston University successfully? Is there a significant difference between the average GPA for accepted students and the average GPA for enrolled students?

Hello! It's fantastic that you're considering Boston University (BU). BU is known to be quite competitive in terms of its GPAs. As I understand it, admitted students typically have high school GPAs in the A- to A range, with the average unweighted GPA for the class of 2025 being around a 3.8. Remember, that's an average, so students are accepted with lower and higher GPAs.

As for your second question, there isn't usually a major difference between the average GPA of accepted students and that of enrolled students at most universities. Many accepted students decide to enroll, so these two figures should be quite similar. Usually, a slightly lower average GPA for enrolled students might indicate that those with higher GPAs are opting to go to other schools, but any changes would be rather small.

While GPA is an important factor, BU, like most universities, uses a holistic review process. This refers to the practice of evaluating multiple aspects of a student's profile, not just their GPA. So, while a strong GPA can enhance your application, BU will also consider other factors such as your course rigor, extracurricular involvement, letters of recommendation, and personal essays.

To improve your chances of admission, try to excel not only in your classes but also in a few extracurricular activities, demonstrating leadership and initiative. Also, spend time crafting compelling personal essays and securing strong letters of recommendation.

Good luck! Let me know if you have any other questions about applying to Boston University.