Early Decision Checklist

September may seem far away, but there’s still a lot to do after being admitted. Below are important next steps for you to take before then.

Share that you’re in! #BU2025
Join the BU Class of 2025 Facebook Group
Attend our Admitted Student Virtual Event
Order your BU swag and show off your Terrier pride!
Visit the student life section to learn more about life at BU
Accept your Financial Assistance award (if applicable)
Submit your $650 enrollment deposit by the date indicated in your admission letter
Withdraw all applications to other colleges or universities
Send us your mid-semester senior grades

Submit your New Student Housing Application (watch for an email with instructions)
Create your BU email account (watch for an email with instructions)
Register for a University Orientation session after May 1
Submit your BU Alert contact information
Sign up for the optional First-Year Student Outreach Project (FYSOP)
Ask your school to send a final transcript showing proof of your graduation
Submit your International Baccalaureate scores (if applicable)
Submit your Advanced Placement scores (if applicable)
Submit your Immunization & Physical and Incoming Health History forms (watch for an email with instructions)
Take advantage of the value packages through Barnes & Noble @ BU to order your extra-long sheets and other dorm essentials (you can do this up until mid-August)
International students: Schedule a visa appointment at the US Embassy

Attend a University Orientation session in June
Contact your future roommate
Submit payment for first-semester charges
Watch for an email and complete the AlcoholEdu for College? and Sexual Harassment & Discrimination Prevention online courses
Attend FYSOP (if applicable)
Move into your dorm room
Attend the mandatory International Student Program orientation session during the last week of August (international students only)

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