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Boston University

Boston, MA
Boston University

National College Match Scholarship Package

These numbers reflect estimated student expenses for the 2026-2027 school year. Amounts will change slightly from year to year, but as the cost of college increases, the scholarship packages will correspondingly increase.

Annual Cost

Annual Cost of Attendance

Tuition

$73,024

Housing & Food

$20,740

Books & Supplies

$1,000

Travel

$630

Personal

$1,455

Health Insurance

See below

Required Fees

$1,570

Total

$98,419

How Annual Costs Are Covered

Grants (including federal and state grants)

$94,919

Federal Work-Study

$3,500

Student Summer Work Contribution

$0

BU Student Savings

$0

BU Parent Contribution

$0

Student Loan

$0

Total

$98,419

Policy on Outside Funding

Outside funding will replace the QuestBridge Scholarship amount. Boston University cannot award total financial aid over the full cost of attendance.

Policy on Health Insurance

BU will provide funding to cover the BU Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) cost each year if QuestBridge students cannot waive the BU SHIP. Students must complete the annual SHIP waiver process and be denied before they are eligible for the increased scholarship amount. 2026-27 Cost: $4,054, not included in Cost of Attendance above.

Policy on Travel Allowance

The initial QuestBridge Scholarship amount will be based on a standard travel allowance. This is not an exact amount, but rather an estimate assuming the most economical and efficient travel options. QuestBridge scholars can appeal if they are from states from a far distance; appeals will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. BU will not reimburse or provide direct funds for travel to and from campus. 

Policy on Student Contribution

BU does not require a minimum student contribution. The only contribution expectation for students is a Federal Work-Study requirement of $3,500 that can be used towards a student's personal expenses.

Requirements Associated with Maintaining this Award

QuestBridge Scholars must be enrolled full-time (a minimum of 12 academic credits per semester) and maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA.

QuestBridge Scholars must reside in BU housing on the Charles River or Fenway Campus.

QuestBridge Scholars are required to submit a FAFSA each year to be eligible for federal and state financial aid.