Boston, MA · Medford, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Boston University | Tufts University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 10.8% | 10.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $65,168 | $67,844 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $65,168 | $67,844 |
| Average Net Price | $14,465 | $16,613 |
| Graduation Rate | 90.0% | 93.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Boston University accepts 10.8% of applicants; Tufts University accepts 10.1%. Boston University's tuition is $65,168. Tufts University's is $67,844. Boston University is cheaper. Boston University graduates 90% of students in 6 years. Tufts University graduates 93%.
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
Tufts University. It accepts 10.1% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Boston University has lower published tuition: $65,168 versus $67,844. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Tufts University: 93% 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.