Boston University application deadlines 2026–27
Massachusetts · For fall 2027 entry
In short
BU's next deadline is Early Decision II on . BU offers Early Decision and Early Decision II. Early Decision is binding.
Deadlines
Early Decision deadline
PassedEarly Decision II deadline
61 days leftRegular Decision deadline
61 days leftThe year at a glance
Compare with similar colleges
| College | Early plan | Regular decision |
|---|---|---|
| Boston University | ED, ED II | |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | EA | |
| Harvard University | REA | |
| Brown University | ED | |
| New York University | ED I, ED II |
Questions about BU
Does BU have early decision?
Yes. Early Decision: apply by November 2, 2026. Early Decision II: apply by January 5, 2027. Early Decision is binding: if you are admitted, you enroll.
Does BU have early action?
No. BU's early plan is Early Decision and Early Decision II.
When is the BU regular decision deadline?
January 5, 2027, for fall 2027 entry.
When does BU release decisions?
Early Decision: December 14, 2026. Early Decision II: February 8, 2027. Regular Decision: not confirmed yet.
Sources
- Boston University Admissions checked November 4, 2026
- MIT Admissions checked November 4, 2026
- Harvard College Admissions checked November 4, 2026
- Brown Admission checked November 4, 2026
- NYU Undergraduate Admissions checked November 4, 2026
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