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Q: How difficult is it to get into Boston University at Sargent College?
Im interested in a career as a physical therapist, so is it hard to get into Boston University Sargent program?

A: Yes it is quite challenging. Need at least a 3.5 and 1800 or better SATs.

Q: Where can I find a good muay thai dojo near Boston University?
I live on campus near Warren Towers on Boston University (775 Commonwealth Ave., Boston 02215). I can't afford to take a train back and forth to do martial arts and would like to find a quality (moral/good) teacher and dojo for muay thai near here. Anyone have any ideas? Hm, thanks for the answers. Where did you find these sites? Yellowpages?

A: try one of these www.bostonmuaythai.com www.waikru.com www.marvinperry.org and finally the crown jewel....www.sidyodtong.com in Sommerville if you're willing drive further By the way, "dojo" is usually the name for Japanese martial arts schools. Muay Thai schools are generally called "camps" or "gyms"

Q: Why would i want to go to Boston University?
I'm looking into Boston University, College of Arts and Sciences. If someone attends the University could you explain what you like and dislike about the it? Also what are admissions like and do they accept transfer credit? If anyone opposes this college why? Also, are there good research programs, I'm planning on going to med school afterwards for neurology, would BU be right for me?

A: I personally would not want to attend either BU or Northeastern. They are big diploma factories and don't have the personal touch of a smaller school like Tufts, BC, or Holy Cross which also have real college campuses and community spirit. I'm not saying that academically BU or Northeastern are bad just that it isn't the quintessential college experience.

Q: what is the ranking required at boston university?
is boston university state funded,or private? what is the out of state tuition rates per semester? Sorry for all the questions.

A: private and in state/out of state doesnt matter still the same tuition

Q: Which is best for public relations: Boston University, Syracuse University, or Emerson College?
I know I don't need a public relations degree to get into the industry, but I feel I should try to obtain the best education on it. I want to go to the east coast to study public relations. So out of Boston University, Syracuse University, and Emerson College, which is best for a good education in public relations? (or please suggest another school) Also, any additional information on the schools (student life, reputation, etc) would be appreciated.

A: For Public Relations, it is best to go with a college that is as prestigious as possible in the area that you want to get a job in and one with deep alumni networks. I assume you are targeting the Boston area. If you have the grades Boston College and Holy Cross would be excellent choices for the Boston area. Harvard as well but typically out of reach for nearly all. Emerson is a left leaning writing school and not strong alumni network, BU is one of the largest inner city schools and doesn't foster strong alumni ties. Syracuse has strong rep nationally but not particularly strong in Boston.

Q: How to add Boston University Email to my Iphone?
Hi, I'm not so good with the nitty gritty aspects of computing and I'd like to add my Boston University email account to my iphone. I just don't know what to put for the Incoming/outgoing mail servers. Thanks

A: off course man

Q: If I go to Boston University's College of General Studies, will I still be able to study foreign languages?
I originally applied to BU's College of Arts & Science but I was accepted into the College of General Studies instead. I am going to college to study many different languages, if I decide to go to Boston University, will I still be able to aim for this? Also, is the College of General Studies a bad part of BU or is it just as good and useful as the other BU colleges?

A: The College of General Studies is actually a really rigorous program, according to my friends who did it. To be frank, yes, you have less choice about the classes you take for the first two years - your classes are pre-determined and you take them with all the same people (in teams). But I've actually found that a lot of CGS kids, who, like I said, have some much harder classes than the ones in CAS, come out of it, transfer to CAS/other colleges and really kick ass. Like get As when other kids don't. And some of them have AWESOME jobs post-graduation (better than mine, LOL). All my friends from CGS were really happy there, actually. As far as I know, your freshman year you really won't have room to do extra courses outside of CGS, ie: language courses. BUT there is a foreign language requirement built into CGS core, so you'll be able to take at least one. But starting sophomore year, you get one free elective choice, so you could add on a second language there if you wanted. Then you'd have all junior and senior year to take as many language courses as you wanted in your major, so you could definitely fit in the program you want. Most freshman and sophomores actually get to do very little from their chosen major b/c there are so many liberal arts requirements, so you'll be on pretty much the same footing as everyone else. I didn't take a class in my major until I was a sophomore, either.

Q: Should I go to Boston University or Boston College?
I have been accepted by both institutions and I will be paying about the same amount at each. I am majoring in Chemistry while completing my Pre-Med requirements. I know that Boston University has an accelerated Med program that I can apply to my sophomore year but Boston College has more of a reputation.

A: Hey, I've also been accepted to BC for the Class of 2012. I'm currently deciding, but just to let you know, BC has more of a campus and community feel. BU and BC are rivals, so whichever one you pick, you'll end up hating the other. I know BU is probably more science-concentrated than BC, but BC does have a lot of students as Pre-Med majors. You should probably look at Medical School acceptance rates though for BC and BU. BC does have a connection with Tufts University Medical School, so you could be admitted as a Sophomore and stay Jr. and Sr. years at BC before going to Tufts. Good luck with your decision; let me know if you are going to BC!

Q: What is Boston University renowned for?
I want to know what boston university is well known for. I need it for an essay. Thanks

A: Boston University if known in part for its strength in a medical program. They are good at almost all walks of doctoral education and are also pretty good at Law degrees. Contrary to the previous answerer's belief, Boston University is not known for football. That is actually Boston College (There is a difference). Boston University is actually renowned for its hockey team, whose alums include a lot of the 1980 Olympic Miracle hockey team.

Q: Is Boston University a good university for journalism?
Boston University is my number one choice but I'm starting to wonder if it is the best. Any opinions?

A: Boston University is a GREAT university in general. The city is perfect for college people. I'm sure you'll do great there no matter what your major is. NYU may also be good but very expensive.

Q: What is the best science major at the Boston University?
i've been looking into sciences majors at Boston U. but i dont know much about them, such as Helath Sciences and Human Physiology. I have already applied but i would like to change my intended major. i would like to go to medical school, so what is a good major at boston that is the most beneficial.

A: You can go to medical school with any major as long as you fulfill the premed requirements. But for the most part, Biology, Chemistry, and Biomedical Engineering the three best/most common majors for medical school. US News World Report for Boston Physiology/Health Science are not ranked 6th Biomedical Engineering 62th Chemistry 89th Biology Any pre med major would be fine.

Q: what are the requirements for a para legal certicate in boston university?
I have a bachelor of laws degree from the philippines and my wife and i are planning to settle in the U.S. I am planning to enroll in a para legal course in Boston U to secure a certificate. How long would it take me to finish the course and how much would it cost me?

A: You will find everything you need to know about Boston University's para-legal certification program at http://professional.bu.edu/cpe/ParaCert.asp Good Luck!!!

Q: What are my chances of getting into Syracuse and Boston University?
High school GPA - 3.7 SAT - 1690 Cross Country and Track teams 100+ hours of community service Also, i'm in this special program at my school where we work on restoring this old building in our town, i hear it looks good on college applications I also plan on taking a course or two this summer at Lehigh University, and i'm taking the SAT again in October, and the ACT in June. But as of now, how do my chances look? any feedback would be nice!

A: 1690 on the new SATs?? study up for the next ones cause your gonna wanna improve, BU is a really tough school to get into your gonna want atleast a 2000 for that school but everything else looks good, become captain of those sports teams dude and your off on the right track

Q: Boston University reputation and other questions?
Is Boston University well known around the country. like if i were to move to california after graduation would people know what college i would be talking about? and does the university give out a lot of scholarships since it is a private college (dont ask for details). if anyone has attended, did you like it? are any of the business programs any good? what about pre-med?

A: Most likely they'll know of it. I live in Arizona and know about it. I wanna go to school there.