Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About BU
Brandeis University (BU) — private non-profit university. It is located in Waltham, United States. BU is a member of Association of American Universities (AAU). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
QS World University Rankings collects data on the best institutions in the world, according to which BU is on top-660. BU is one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in the USA. Thousands of students dream of studying here. The university is highly rated by the independent university ranking THE. It is in the top-310.
BU does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
The academic calendar at BU is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Locals and foreigners study at BU for the same price — from 29,272 USD per year. The university has several scholarships and student financial support programs that help students cover part of their tuition costs. On the official website of the university, you will find all the relevant information about tuition fees and scholarships.
Academic calendarSemesters
ScholarshipsYes
Financial AidYes
Bachelor61,707USD/year
Master29,272USD/year
Additional costs
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
Room and boardon campus16,080USD/yearoff campus12,500USD/year
Other expenseson campus1,500USD/yearoff campus1,500USD/year
Dual Degree of Master of Arts/Master of Public Policy (Hornstein MA in Jewish Professional Leadership and the Heller School for Social Policy and Management MPP Program)
Study degreeMA
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Education & Training
Education: Teacher Leadership
Study modeBlended
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Education & Training
Instructional Design & Technology
Study modeOnline
Study formPart-time
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Economics & Business Management
Computer Science & IT
Education & Training
Learning Experience Design
Study modeOnline
Study formPart-time
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Education & Training
Master of Arts in Global Studies - Global Service: Preparing to Work With Non-Profits
Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The minimum IELTS score is 7. The TOEFL score is not lower than 94.
IELTS7
TOEFL iBT94
Master's degree at BU
It is impossible to enter BU for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 94. IELTS — 7 or higher. There is an opportunity for admission to online master's programs at BU.
IELTS7
TOEFL iBT94
TOEFL PBT627
BU campus
The campus of BU is located in Waltham. The urban campus is suitable for those students who, firstly, are used to independence, and secondly, cannot imagine their life without the hustle and bustle of a big metropolis. The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. Foreigners who come to BU through exchange programs study and live with local students. Thus, the university promotes intercultural exchange and the establishment of interethnic relations.
After graduation, you can stay in United States for another year. You can do this by extending your student visa or applying for a job search visa. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
