Hey, I'm considering applying to Boston University, but I'm curious about the racial demographics of the students there. Can anyone help me find out how diverse the student population is? I'd love to know what I'm getting into. Thanks!
Boston University places great value on diversity and has a fairly diverse student body. According to the university's Fall 2021 enrollment statistics, the undergraduate student racial demographics are as follows:
- White: 29.2%
- Asian: 18.1%
- Hispanic/Latino: 12.8%
- Black or African American: 9.0%
- Two or more races: 4.1%
- Non-resident alien: 24.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native: 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander: 0.1%
- Unknown: 2.7%
These demographics provide a good indication of the varied racial composition at Boston University. Keep in mind that diversity goes beyond just race and also includes factors like socioeconomic background, geography, and experiences. Attending a diverse institution like BU can be a great opportunity to learn from a wide variety of perspectives and engage with students from different backgrounds.
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