College comparison

BU vs UConn

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	UConn Storrs, CT
Acceptance rateBoston University is more selective	11%	52%
SAT (25–75)	1420–1530	1210–1440
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	18,248	19,835
Avg net price	$24,402	$25,097
Median earnings (10 yr)BU reports higher median earnings	$83,238	$73,997
Graduation rate	89%	83%
Median debt	$23,250	$21,500
Economic mobility	2.0%	1.7%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Public

Quick answers

Is Boston University or University of Connecticut harder to get into?

Boston University is more selective: Boston University's acceptance rate is approximately 11% and University of Connecticut's is approximately 52% (estimates from public and primary sources).

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

The middle-50% SAT range is 1420–1530 at Boston University and 1210–1440 at University of Connecticut. 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.