BU Offers Free Tuition to Families Earning Up to $200K

August 10, 2026

BU joins a growing list of institutions that have increased the income threshold for free tuition.

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Starting this fall, Boston University will offer free tuition to students whose families earn up to $200,000 and have typical assets, the university announced Thursday.

Under the BU Promise, financial contributions from those families will be capped at $20,000, meaning financial aid will cover some dining and housing costs in addition to tuition.

BU Offers Free Tuition to Families Earning Up to $200K

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