Boston, MA · Needham, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Boston University | Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 10.8% | 21.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $65,168 | $64,458 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $65,168 | $64,458 |
| Average Net Price | $14,465 | $24,509 |
| Graduation Rate | 90.0% | 92.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Boston University accepts 10.8% of applicants. Franklin W Olin College of Engineering accepts 21.7%. Tuition is close: $65,168 at Boston University, $64,458 at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering. Six-year graduation rates are close: 90% at Boston University, 92% at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Boston University. It accepts 10.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Franklin W Olin College of Engineering has lower published tuition: $64,458 versus $65,168. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Franklin W Olin College of Engineering: 92% of students finish in 6 years. Boston University is at 90%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.