College comparison

BU vs Tulane

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	BU Boston, MA	Tulane New Orleans, LA
Acceptance rateBoston University is more selective	11%	14%
SAT (25–75)	1420–1530	1400–1520
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	18,248	7,767
Avg net price	$24,402	$39,949
Median earnings (10 yr)BU reports higher median earnings	$83,238	$63,268
Graduation rate	89%	86%
Median debt	$23,250	$20,500
Economic mobility	2.0%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Boston University or Tulane University of Louisiana harder to get into?

Boston University is more selective: Boston University's acceptance rate is approximately 11% and Tulane University of Louisiana's is approximately 14% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Boston University vs Tulane University of Louisiana?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1420–1530 at Boston University and 1400–1520 at Tulane University of Louisiana. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.