Scholarship Alert for International Students: Full-Tuition Merit Scholarship for Undergraduate Studies at Boston University (BU) | Application Deadline: December 1, 2024

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Spotlight on this full-tuition ‘merit-based’ scholarship, available to international high school students to study at Boston University (BU)

Spotlight on BU’s Merit-Based Full Tuition Scholarship for International Students (value c. $70k per annum for 4 years)

This is an amzing scholarship that offers more than financial support—it provides a transformative education, a vibrant community, and a lifelong connection to one of the world’s leading universities located in the heart of Boston.

What is a Merit-Based Scholarship anyway?

A merit-based scholarship is awarded based on a student's achievements, talents, or abilities, regardless of financial need. In contrast, need-based scholarships focus on a student’s financial circumstances to eliminate barriers to accessing education. Merit-based scholarships like the Trustee Scholarship recognize exceptional academic performance, leadership, and unique talents.

About Boston University (BU)

Boston University (BU) is a private institution that was founded in 1839. The main campus is situated along the Charles River in Boston's Fenway–Kenmore and Allston neighborhoods. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 18,656 (fall 2023), its setting is urban, and the campus size is 140 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. In 1876, BU professor Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in a BU Lab.

Boston University's ranking in the 2025 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, #41. It also ranked BU 25th in "Best Value Schools", tied for 20th in "Most Innovative Schools", and tied for 46th in "Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs" at schools whose highest degree is a doctorate and 12th in Biomedical Engineering.

Its tuition and fees are approx. $67,000 per year (This does not include room and board and other expenses).

Ten Most Popular Majors for 2023 Graduates at BU

1. Social Sciences - 16%

2. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services - 16%

3. Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs - 13%

4. Biological and Biomedical Sciences - 11%

5. Engineering - 8%

6. Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services - 6%

7. Psychology - 6%

8. Health Professions and Related Programs - 5%

9. Visual and Performing Arts - 4%

10. Mathematics and Statistics - 3%

 In this edition, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about this scholarship—from eligibility and application steps to the unique benefits it offers.

Do note the deadline for this scholarship is Dec 1, 2024 which is earlier than the BU First-Year Regular Decision for International Undergraduate Applicants of Jan 6, 2025.

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For FULL DETAILS, including the Application Link, please see BELOW…