Boston University was established in Boston, Massachusetts in 1839, originally named Newbury Biblical Institute. It is one of the most vibrant and dynamic universities in the United States, with over 500 clubs and organizations.

Boston University has been educating students for over 150 years. With a 135-acre campus, Boston University houses various schools and colleges offering programs in fields such as Medicine, Law, Science and Arts, Communication, Education, Engineering, Business, Dentistry, and more.

Boston University is highly regarded by prestigious global university rankings. In 2018, the university was ranked 70th among the top universities in the world (according to Times Higher Education).

Sports and Arts at Boston University play a vibrant and essential role in providing students with practical experiences.

According to the latest statistics from Boston University, in 2018, the university had 33,000 undergraduate and graduate students, with international students making up 22% from over 130 countries, nearly 10,000 faculty and staff members, 17 schools and colleges, and 250 fields of study.