Boston University (BU) 2024 Presidential Scholarship For High Achieving Students

Each year, the Board of Admissions awards the Presidential Scholarship to our incoming first-year students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement. In addition to being among our most academically talented students, Presidential Scholars demonstrate excellence beyond the classroom and are leaders in their schools and communities. This $25,000 tuition scholarship is renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study at BU.

• BU Presidential Scholarship
• Benefits of BU Presidential Scholarship
• Requirements for BU Presidential Scholarship
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

BU Presidential Scholarship

Benefits of BU Presidential Scholarship

The Boston University Presidential Scholarship will provide $25,000.00 in funding to successful scholars.

Requirements for BU Presidential Scholarship

• Rank in the top 5% of their high school class
• Have shown incredible extracurricular achievements in their schools and communities

Though test scores are not required, students who submit scores typically:

• Have SAT scores above 1500 and ACT scores above 33
• Be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and eligible non-citizens are considered for all merit awards and other scholarships.
• Be international students are considered for the Trustee and Presidential Scholarships only.

Application Documents

• Academic transcript
• SAT/ACT scores
• Recommendation Letter
• English Language Proficiency Certificate

Application Deadline

Eligibility Criteria

• Rank in the top 5% of their high school class
• Have shown incredible extracurricular achievements in their schools and communities

Though test scores are not required, students who submit scores typically:

• Have SAT scores above 1500 and ACT scores above 33
• Be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and eligible non-citizens are considered for all merit awards and other scholarships.
• Be international students are considered for the Trustee and Presidential Scholarships only.

Offered Benefits

The Boston University Presidential Scholarship will provide $25,000.00 in funding to successful scholars.

Application Process

No additional essays or application forms are required. Students who wish to be considered for the Presidential Scholarship should submit their application and supporting credentials by December 1.

Required Documents:

• Academic transcript
• SAT/ACT scores
• Recommendation Letter
• English Language Proficiency Certificate