Boston University application deadlines for fall 2027
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BU's early decision II is due Jan 5, 2027 and regular decision is due Jan 5, 2027. Early decision (Nov 2) has closed. Checked on bu.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
When is BU due?
Closed
Early decisionBinding
Was due Nov 2, 2026 57days
Early decision IIBinding
Due Tuesday, Jan 5, 2027 57days
Regular decision
Due Tuesday, Jan 5, 2027 Every BU deadline for fall 2027
Scholarship and priority dates
These dates don't close the application, but missing them can cost you money or a spot in honors.
- Tue, Dec 1, 2026 Merit scholarships: apply by Dec 1, 2026. Checked Nov 5, 2026 on bu.edu
Does BU need the SAT or ACT?
BU is test-optional for fall 2027: you choose whether to send scores. Checked Nov 2, 2026.
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Questions people ask
When is the Boston University early decision deadline for fall 2027?
Early decision closed on Mon, Nov 2, 2026. It's binding: if you get in, you go. Checked on bu.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
When is the Boston University early decision II deadline for fall 2027?
Early decision II is due Tue, Jan 5, 2027. It's binding: if you get in, you go. Checked on bu.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
When is the Boston University regular decision deadline for fall 2027?
Regular decision is due Tue, Jan 5, 2027. Checked on bu.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
Does Boston University require the SAT or ACT for fall 2027?
No. BU is test-optional for fall 2027: you choose whether to send scores. Checked on bu.edu on Nov 2, 2026.
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Where these numbers come from
- Admit rate and applicants: Common Data Set, fall 2025 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- GPA, early rounds and wait list: Common Data Set, fall 2025 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Cost, pay and debt: College Scorecard, 2024-25 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Deadlines: bu.edu, 2026-27 (checked Nov 5, 2026)
- Test rule: bu.edu, fall 2027 (checked Nov 2, 2026)
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