بورسیه‌های Boston University ۲۰۲۷ در امریکا

Boston University Scholarships 2027 برای international students در Undergraduate و PhD ارائه می‌شود.

Main Opportunities

• Trustee Scholarship
• Presidential Scholarship
• Boston University PhD Funding

International undergraduate students

BU need-based financial aid دریافت نمی‌کنند؛ main university-funded route برای آنان merit scholarships است.

خلاصه

• Level: Undergraduate / PhD
• Institution: Boston University
• Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
• PhD Funding: ۵ سال
• Merit deadline for Fall 2027: 1 December 2026
• PhD deadlines: department-specific، معمولاً December–January

Trustee Scholarship

یکی از prestigiousترین undergraduate merit awards BU.

Coverage

• full undergraduate tuition.
• mandatory undergraduate student fees.
• University Orientation fee.
• renewable تا ۴ سال / ۸ fall-spring semesters، مشروط به academic/scholarship requirements.

Does Not Normally Cover

• housing.
• food.
• personal expenses.
• international airfare.
• books.
• other living costs.

بنابراین full-tuition است، نه complete full funding.

Selection

merit-based، نه need-based.

Presidential Scholarship

برای first-year students با exceptional academic record.

Selection factors

• outstanding academic performance.
• intellectual ability.
• leadership.
• community involvement.
• extracurricular achievements.
• potential contribution to BU.

Award renewable است، اما source می‌گوید BU یک fixed universal public amount برای current Presidential Scholarship نشان نمی‌دهد؛ amount official offer ملاک است.

PhD Funding

BU تمام PhD students در good academic standing را برای ۵ سال support می‌کند.

Package

• 100% tuition scholarship.
• living stipend.
• health insurance credit.
• fellowships / teaching appointments / research appointments.

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences

funding می‌تواند tuition required courses، mandatory fees، health insurance support و stipend را شامل شود.

Funding Sources

• Dean’s Fellowship
• Departmental Fellowship
• Teaching Fellowship
• Doctoral Research Fellowship
• Research Assistantship
• Faculty Research Grant
• External Fellowship

Example 2026/27 figures

• Engineering: USD 47,741 annual stipend در بعضی fellowship packages + full tuition/basic health insurance/student services fee.
• Questrom: USD 49,650 graduate assistantship + full tuition، fees، health insurance for up to five years.

2027 amounts ممکن است تغییر کند.

Undergraduate Eligibility

Trustee/Presidential applicants معمولاً

• first-year applicants باشند.
• degree-granting BU school/college را انتخاب کنند.
• exceptional academics داشته باشند.
• strong secondary-school record.
• leadership/creativity/community involvement.
• overall strong admission credentials.
• meet international admission requirements.

No single GPA/test score guarantees selection.

SAT/ACT

BU test-optional برای first-year applicants through Fall 2028 / Spring 2029، و این policy merit scholarships را هم شامل می‌شود.

English

international applicants whose first language is not English معمولاً باید accepted test بدهند:

• TOEFL
• IELTS
• Duolingo English Test

Competitive examples

• IELTS around 7.0+
• Duolingo around 125–135+
• TOEFL competitive range مطابق current BU system

PhD Eligibility

• admission به eligible BU PhD programme.
• excellent academics.
• relevant preparation.
• research experience.
• strong recommendations.
• clear research interests.
• fit با BU faculty.
• English proficiency.
• programme-specific requirements.
• good academic standing برای ادامه funding guarantee.

How to Apply – Undergraduate

• choose eligible BU undergraduate programme.
• complete Common Application.
• submit:
• secondary-school records.
• senior-year grades/predictions.
• counselor recommendation.
• School Report.
• teacher evaluation.
• English evidence.
• financial documentation.
• passport data page.
• build strong overall application with academics + leadership + impact.
• no separate general Trustee/Presidential application required under current scheme.
• submit by merit scholarship consideration period.
• monitor MyBU Applicant Portal.

Financial docs are still required for visa/financial certification even when seeking merit scholarship.

How to Apply – PhD

• choose programme matching research interests.
• review faculty/labs/programme/funding.
• identify potential supervisors if relevant.
• prepare:
• transcripts.
• academic CV.
• SOP.
• recommendations.
• English evidence.
• research experience.
• programme-specific docs.
• submit PhD application.
• central separate funding application is usually not required for standard five-year package.
• carefully review admitted funding offer:
• tuition.
• stipend.
• health insurance.
• fees.
• duration.
• TA/RA duties.
• progress conditions.

Undergraduate Documents

• Common App.
• school transcripts.
• senior-year grades/predictions.
• counselor recommendation.
• School Report.
• teacher evaluation.
• TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo if required.
• financial support docs.
• passport.
• certified translations if needed.
• SAT/ACT if applicant chooses.

PhD Documents

• graduate application.
• Bachelor’s transcript.
• Master’s transcript if applicable.
• academic CV.
• SOP.
• recommendations.
• English result.
• research statement/writing sample/publications if required.

FAQ

• international students eligible for Trustee and Presidential.
• no undergraduate need-based aid for international students.
• Trustee = full tuition + mandatory fees, not housing/living.
• PhD funding = 5 years for students in good standing.
• stipend amount varies by programme.
• SAT/ACT optional.
• IELTS specifically not mandatory if another accepted English test is used.

vary by programme, but applicants should generally prepare

Online graduate application

Bachelor’s degree transcript

Master’s degree transcript where applicable

Academic CV

Statement of purpose

Recommendation letters

English-language test results where required

Research statement where requested

Writing sample where applicable

Publications or research evidence

Programme-specific documents

Applicants can use these ScholarshipRoar resources

Academic CV for Scholarship

Statement of Purpose for Scholarship

Scholarship Recommendation Letter

Scholarship Interview Questions and Answers

Website

For more information about Boston University Scholarships, visit

Boston University Merit Scholarships for First-Year Students

Boston University Merit-Based Scholarships

Boston University PhD Funding

Boston University College of Engineering Scholarships and Fellowships

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Boston University offer scholarships to international students?

Yes. International first-year students are eligible for competitive Boston University merit scholarships, including the Trustee and Presidential Scholarships. International students are not eligible for BU’s undergraduate need-based financial aid.

Is the Boston University Trustee Scholarship fully funded?

The Trustee Scholarship covers full undergraduate tuition and mandatory undergraduate fees. It does not normally cover all living expenses such as housing, food, travel, and personal expenses. It is therefore best described as a full-tuition scholarship, not a complete fully funded scholarship.

Does the Trustee Scholarship cover housing?

No. The scholarship primarily covers full undergraduate tuition and mandatory university fees. Students should plan separately for housing, meals, books, transportation, and personal expenses.

Can international students receive the Presidential Scholarship?

Yes. Boston University specifically allows international students to compete for both the Trustee and Presidential Scholarships.

Does Boston University provide need-based aid to international students?

No. Boston University states that international undergraduate students are not eligible for need-based financial assistance from BU, the state, or the US federal government.

Do I need a separate scholarship application?

For BU’s main first-year merit scholarships, the university currently states that applicants only need to complete their admission application during the scholarship consideration period.

Is Boston University PhD fully funded?

Yes. Boston University guarantees PhD students in good academic standing five years of stipend support, a 100% tuition scholarship, and health insurance support. The exact stipend and funding arrangement vary by programme.

How much is the Boston University PhD stipend?

The amount varies by school and programme. For 2026–2027, Boston University Engineering lists a US$47,741 annual stipend for several doctoral fellowship arrangements, while Questrom lists a US$49,650 graduate assistantship as part of its fully funded doctoral fellowship. The final amount for students beginning in 2027 may differ.

Is SAT or ACT required for Boston University Scholarships?

No. Boston University is test-optional for first-year applicants through Fall 2028 and Spring 2029, and this policy applies to scholarship programmes.

Is IELTS compulsory?

Not necessarily IELTS specifically. International applicants who need to demonstrate English proficiency may use TOEFL, IELTS, or the Duolingo English Test.

Criteria for Boston University Scholarships

Trustee Scholarship

Applicants should

Apply as first-year undergraduate students

Be admitted to a Boston University degree-granting school or college

Demonstrate exceptional academic performance

Have a strong secondary-school record

Demonstrate leadership, creativity, or community involvement

Show the potential to contribute positively to BU

Meet the international undergraduate admission requirements

International students are eligible for the Trustee Scholarship. There is no single GPA or test score that guarantees selection.

Presidential Scholarship

Applicants should demonstrate

Exceptional academic achievement

A challenging secondary-school curriculum

Strong intellectual ability

Leadership or extracurricular accomplishment

Community involvement

Strong overall admission credentials

International students can receive the Presidential Scholarship.

SAT and ACT Requirements

Boston University is test-optional for first-year students applying through Fall 2028 and Spring 2029. This test-optional policy also applies to BU scholarship programmes. Applicants may therefore choose whether SAT or ACT scores strengthen their application. Students with strong scores can submit them, while applicants who believe their academic record better represents their abilities may apply without SAT or ACT results.

English-Language Requirements

International applicants whose first language is not English must normally submit an accepted English-language test.

Boston University accepts

TOEFL

IELTS

Duolingo English Test

Competitive applicants generally present

IELTS: Around 7.0 or higher

Duolingo English Test: Around 125–135 or higher

TOEFL: Strong performance equivalent to the competitive range stated by BU for the applicable TOEFL scoring system Applicants should also check whether their educational background affects the English requirement. You can read our guide to scholarships without IELTS for other funding opportunities that may accept alternative proof of English proficiency.

PhD Funding Eligibility

Applicants must first receive admission to an eligible Boston University PhD programme.

Strong applicants normally demonstrate

Excellent undergraduate or postgraduate academic performance

Relevant academic preparation

Research experience

Strong recommendation letters

Clear research interests

Good alignment with BU faculty

Appropriate English proficiency

Programme-specific academic requirements

International and domestic students admitted to BU PhD programmes can receive the university’s five-year funding guarantee provided they remain in good academic standing.

for Boston University Scholarships?

Trustee and Presidential Scholarships

• Choose an eligible Boston University undergraduate programme and review its academic requirements.

International applicants can apply to programmes in areas such as engineering, business, computing, sciences, humanities, communication, education, health sciences, and fine arts.

• Complete the Common Application.

International first-year applicants generally submit

Common Application

Secondary-school records

Senior-year grades

Counselor recommendation

School Report

Teacher evaluation

English proficiency evidence

Financial documentation

Passport data page

• Prepare a strong overall admission application.

BU merit scholarships consider more than grades alone. Academic achievement remains central, but the university also looks for leadership, initiative, creativity, community impact, and evidence that applicants will contribute to the BU community. Use specific examples from your education and activities rather than generic claims.

• No separate general Trustee or Presidential scholarship application is required.

Boston University states that students interested in first-year merit scholarship consideration simply need to complete the admission application during the merit scholarship application period.

• Submit English proficiency evidence if required.

International applicants should arrange for an accepted TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test result if their circumstances require one.

• Monitor the MyBU Applicant Portal.

Boston University uses the applicant portal for additional documents, application updates, and eventual scholarship information.

Boston University PhD Funding

• Choose a Boston University PhD programme closely aligned with your academic and research background.

Review

Faculty research interests

Laboratories and research groups

Programme requirements

Funding information

English requirements

Required application documents

• Identify potential research supervisors where appropriate.

Read recent faculty publications before contacting professors.

A short email can explain

Your academic background

Previous research

Proposed research area

Technical skills

Publications or conference work

Why their research interests you

Attach a concise academic CV.

• Prepare your graduate application.

Typical documents include

Academic transcripts

Academic CV

Statement of purpose

Recommendation letters

English-language evidence

Research experience

Programme-specific materials

Use our statement of purpose guide and scholarship recommendation letter guide while preparing your documents.

• Submit the application to your selected PhD programme.

Standard doctoral funding is normally considered alongside admission. Applicants do not usually submit a separate central application for BU’s five-year PhD funding package.

• Review your funding offer carefully if admitted.

Confirm

Tuition scholarship

Annual stipend

Health insurance

Mandatory fee coverage

Funding period

Teaching responsibilities

Research responsibilities

Academic progress requirements

The individual admission offer is the best source for the exact financial package.

Documents Required for Boston University Scholarships

Undergraduate Documents

International applicants should prepare

Common Application

Secondary-school transcripts

Senior-year grades or predicted results

Counselor recommendation

School Report

Teacher evaluation

TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo result where required

Financial support documentation

Passport data page

Certified English translations where necessary

SAT or ACT results if the applicant chooses to submit them

International applicants must provide financial documentation demonstrating their ability to meet the cost of study for visa purposes, even when applying for a merit scholarship.

PhD Documents