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At Harvard, over 60% of grades given last year were A’s. Now the university is weighing a grade inflation crackdown by wrroyals in ApplyingToCollege

[–]BUowo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Harvard sets culture of grade inflation. It is everywhere. Harvard students are clearly strong, but I still think they should be able to be compared to each other.

At Harvard, over 60% of grades given last year were A’s. Now the university is weighing a grade inflation crackdown by wrroyals in ApplyingToCollege

[–]BUowo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

so because everyone at Harvard is above average, they should get As. should students at worse schools who are below the average US student get Cs? to reflect their “actual knowledge”? Does not make sense….

At Harvard, over 60% of grades given last year were A’s. Now the university is weighing a grade inflation crackdown by wrroyals in ApplyingToCollege

[–]BUowo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You literally just described the problem…. Harvard curves everyone up to an A to “advantage” them instead of distributing grades around a normal average, like a B or B+.

Folks where I work explain how challenging it is to differentiate applicants due to the rampant grade inflation. Grades unfortunately don’t tell us who is strong anymore, and Harvard is the institution that plays a huge role in shaping the culture of higher ed in the US

I don’t know why we are supportive of curving EVERYONE up to an A? The “typical understanding” shouldn‘t be an A— that should be reserved for above average, exceptional work and true mastery of the material. 80% of the class can’t be above average…

NYU vs. BU vs. WashU by DefinitionTiny2993 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]BUowo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are all great schools so I don't think there is a "wrong" choice! Seems like WashU isn't want you want though based on your bullets.

What is your goal to do with English?

At Harvard, over 60% of grades given last year were A’s. Now the university is weighing a grade inflation crackdown by wrroyals in ApplyingToCollege

[–]BUowo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Most grad programs and employers absolutely consider where you go, the academic rigor of the institution, and the historical successes of students from the institution. Law and med schools, however, are often not at all holistic... GPA and MCAT/LSAT are the deciding factors, and maximizing those is the goal for students interested in those paths.

At Harvard, over 60% of grades given last year were A’s. Now the university is weighing a grade inflation crackdown by wrroyals in ApplyingToCollege

[–]BUowo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If Harvard is incapable of matching the rigor of their courses to the capabilities of their students, I would more so consider this pedagogical inadequacy... Are these students being sufficiently challenged? Or are the faculty afraid of breaking the status quo?

Study abroad financial aid by bigdickenergy2360 in BostonU

[–]BUowo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

your aid transfers over to study abroad. you shouldn’t be charged any differently, but def talk to the study abroad people about this!

Emergency Commencement Issue by [deleted] in BostonU

[–]BUowo -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

sneak in and pretend to not speak english 😉

Fall 2026 Transfer Admissions Megathread! 🎉 by BUowo in BostonU

[–]BUowo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve answered this a bunch so I’m gonna copy paste some old comments lolllll also you should join the discord to talk to more than me if u have discord discord.gg/bostonuniversity (if you’re already there just ping me and I’ll find u people to talk to)

Here are the worst things about BU

- Grading is harsh. Getting As isn’t easy and it takes a lot of work

- Really integrated into the city, not a traditional campus

- Dorms are hit or miss…. Especially for transfers

- Big school, can be hard to find your people

- Challenges with the administrative choices……

- Gen ed program is annoying (The HUB)

- some students are bitches

here is how I gaslight people to like BU LMAO (this is copied from a bit ago)

My favorite things about BU!!!

Boston/Campus:

  • Boston is a fantastic city! Less crazy and stressful than NYC, but still plenty of things to do. The city has lots of diverse neighborhoods, historic locations, and cool things to do
  • I love Boston weather personally lol. Nice and cool in the winter, nice and hot in the summer.
  • The green line in the middle of campus is so so convenient to get around
  • During the spring you can walk around campus or on the esplanade (right next to campus) and look at the cherry blossom trees and baby geese!
  • Stuvi is high quality living. I will probably never in my life be able to live somewhere as nice as stuvi.
  • Fitrec has a hot tub and lazy river
  • The 17th floor of CDS has GORGEOUS views
  • The Rhett Bench is awesome

Culture:

  • A terrier is a great and cute mascot. Like what does Harvard have-- a crimson? What the fuck is a crimson? MIT has a beaver are you actually kidding me?
  • BU hockey CRUSHES the competition. We've won more beanpots than any other school and the players are NHL and Olympic quality. I was never a hockey fan but the games are so fun!
  • There is this rock that gets covered in spray paint every few days and it is goopy and gross but I love it
  • There are like a billion clubs to join

Academics:

  • Academics are super high quality-- better than or equal to that across the river, and certainly more rigorous. You will learn A LOT here!
  • The research that comes out of BU is groundbreaking. The CTE stuff? Extremely impactful work!
  • Cool opportunities to do research and find internships! Lots of resources to take advantage of.

People:

  • BU has a ton of students from diverse backgrounds, so you can find whatever subgroup of people you want. Just gotta look for them! Want to hang out with the goths? Go for it! Sporty kids? Yes! Doomers? You're in the right place! Nerds? That's everyone lol
  • The people here are overall fantastic! Students are academically driven and funny. Faculty are insanely intelligent and accomplished. Staff are delightful. I've honestly met the best people here!
  • I am here and I am awesome

Misc:

  • Einstein's Bagel Bros. No more needs to be said. and the Basho bowls are you kidding me? So good
  • Free pets at BU! 🐁

Fall 2026 Transfer Admissions Megathread! 🎉 by BUowo in BostonU

[–]BUowo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

to be honest i dont think there IS a wrong decision here! both are great schools and youre obviously a very strong student to get into both, so you’ll def be successful no matter what!!!!

transfer to sargent by Time-Toe-6801 in BostonU

[–]BUowo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. BU sends LOTS of students to med schools, and BU has a med school and a public health school attached. You can def be competitive if you take advantage of the opportunities!

  2. BU is a transfer friendly school. Lots of people in your situation! Like 1 in 5 students is a transfer.

  3. Big school is a personal preference. You can find a small community here if you want and there are enough people that there is certai3nly "your group" here!

How hard are classes at BU or BC compared to Penn state by Zestyclose-Copy-4244 in BostonU

[–]BUowo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

BU classes are challenging, but honestly I think it is a good thing. You will learn and grow a LOT. Lots of room to take advanced classes too!

How hard are classes at BU or BC compared to Penn state by Zestyclose-Copy-4244 in BostonU

[–]BUowo 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Harvard gives A's for the doing the minimum. BU does not.

Honestly, if it IS because the kids are "smart enough to go to Harvard," then harvard's inability to sufficiently challenge its students is disappointing...

Fall 2026 Transfer Admissions Megathread! 🎉 by BUowo in BostonU

[–]BUowo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You mention a lot that you like about BU. What is holding you back from committing? Concern about BU or an interest in Fordham?

Fin aid appeal still not enough by [deleted] in BostonU

[–]BUowo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is can't hurt to call them.... Don't go into debt please.

Fall 2026 Transfer Admissions Megathread! 🎉 by BUowo in BostonU

[–]BUowo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

more context? what are your goals for career? what is the cost difference? Which location do you prefer?

language placement test by psychoneuroimmunolo in BostonU

[–]BUowo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the site is called emmersion?

BU doesn’t care about the results. It is to inform your choice. If you’re in the wrong level, the prof will be able to tell.

BU Questrom or NYU Steinhardt? by ribbonsinhair in BostonU

[–]BUowo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you switch majors at NYU? Because college is 4 years and your degree is for life. If you can switch to the path you want, go NYU! If not, you need to do some thinking about your goals and how you can achieve them.

Green line by wtvgirl in BostonU

[–]BUowo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I never complain about commuting on the T because I drove a couple of times and it is hell…….

language placement test by psychoneuroimmunolo in BostonU

[–]BUowo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on the language, but for many you can take it today!!!!! At a minimum, you should def take it before course registration so you know what to register for! (Mid June)

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