Boston University is a private research university founded in 1839, located in Boston, Massachusetts. It is one of the largest independent, nonprofit universities in the United States, known for its research contributions and diverse academic offerings. BU comprises 17 schools and colleges, along with the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences, offering over 300 programs of study across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. The university is recognized for its strong programs in various fields, including business, law, medicine, engineering, and education.
108
QS World University Rankings
41
U.S. News & World Report National Universities Ranking
37000+
Total enrollment
New England Commission of Higher Education
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Member of the Association of American Universities (AAU)
Boston University provides comprehensive career services through its Center for Career Development (CCD). The CCD offers a wide range of resources and support to help students and alumni navigate their professional paths, including advising appointments, assistance with internships, student employment programs, resources for preparing professional materials, access to job listings, and networking events. The center's approach is tailored to meet the diverse needs of BU's student body, helping them bridge the gap between their education and professional aspirations across various industries.
99.5%
Employment rate within 6 months of graduation
93%
Graduate students job offer rate within 3 months
$75000
Alumni starting salary
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they’re here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
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Champion of Inclusive Teaching and Faculty Development in Higher Education
Dr. Susanna Calkins is a distinguished educator and researcher serving as the Director of Faculty Initiatives at Northwestern University's Searle Center for Advancing Learning and Teaching. With a diverse academic background including a doctorate in history and a master's in education, Dr. Calkins specializes in inclusive teaching practices, pedagogical innovation, and the scholarship of teaching and learning. Her impactful work spans co-authoring influential books on reflective teaching, leading multi-institutional grants to advance inclusive STEM education, and publishing extensively on higher education pedagogy. At Northwestern, she applies her expertise to faculty development, curriculum design, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Dr. Calkins' course on "The Inclusive STEM Teaching Project" at Boston University exemplifies her commitment to promoting equity and effectiveness in higher education instruction. Her multifaceted contributions as an author, researcher, grant leader, and educator position her as a key figure in shaping the future of teaching and learning in higher education, with a particular focus on inclusivity and reflective practice.
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Champion of Postdoctoral Development and Inclusive STEM Education
Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson is the Assistant Provost of Professional Development and Postdoctoral Affairs at Boston University, where she leads initiatives to support the career development of doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers. With a PhD in biochemistry and molecular biophysics from the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Hokanson brings both scientific expertise and a deep understanding of academic career paths to her role. She oversees postdoctoral affairs, designs professional development programming, and contributes to policies that enhance postdoctoral scholarship across the university.