Boston University is a great choice for the high school athlete who wants a first-rate education and a highly competitive rowing experience. Besides being located in fantastic college city, Boston University is internationally recognized as a top institution of learning and research. In addition, the rowing team competes and trains on the Charles River, a rowing mecca with a dozen other competitive programs along its banks. In addition, the Terriers row out of the DeWolfe Boathouse, a multi-million dollar rowing facility ideally situated across the river from campus - just a 10 minute walk.
We welcome highly accomplished rowers and coxswains as well as walk-on athletes.
Regular spring races are run as duals, with two or three schools at each regatta. All distances are 2000 meters. Most of the schools that we race are regional, so travel is minimal. In the fall, the Terriers also compete in regional head-style races such as the Head of the Charles and the Princeton Chase.
Follow us on www.GoTerriers.com for exact dates and times of our races.
We offer athletic scholarships for exceptional student-athletes from all over the world. Scholarships may be awarded in any amount, may only be awarded for a period of one academic year at a time, and partial scholarships may be increased from year to year based on your performance.
We're looking for coxswains with an ideal weight of 100-110lbs. Please send a voice recording from a practice and race - you may e-mail it to Vicky Curry at vcurry@bu.edu or send a CD via regular mail to us at 285 Babcock St, Boston, MA 02215.
Outstanding rowing recruits are usually 5'10" or above with a wingspan to match. Their 2k ergs are below 7:30 and 6k's are below 24:00. We know that some clubs and schools don't erg a lot, so race results are considered, too. Most of the previous scholarship candidates have done at least one of the following:
- Competed at the Junior National Team level or been to a selection of development camp
- Medalled at any of the Junior National Championships, the USRowing Youth Invitational (High School or Club), SRAs or USRowing National Championships
- Won a highly competitive regatta such as Stotesbury, Canadian Henley or Head of the Charles
Boston University does not have a lightweight rowing team, although smaller rowers who fall into the competitive categories above may also be considered for scholarships.
Typically the BU women's rowing team identifies its scholarship candidates as early as possible, and expects all scholarship candidates to commit by signing a National Letter of Intent (NLI).
Frequently Asked Questions about Scholarships
Are there other kinds of scholarships available?
Absolutely - Boston University has a number of academic scholarships available for the exceptional student. For more information, visit academic scholarships and financial aid. The Athletic Department is not involved in need-based Financial Aid determinations, but we may facilitate an unofficial Financial Aid pre-read process. To do this, fill out a College Scholarship Services profile on the College Board Website and submit it to the Financial Aid office online. Print out a copy and fax it to 617.353.5286 attn: Women's Rowing or mail it to us at 285 Babcock St Boston, MA 02215.
If I am a scholarship athlete, will I row with the varsity as a freshman?
It depends on your rowing skills and your fitness. We will place you where you can best contribute to the team and also have the best experience your first year.
If I do not earn a scholarship right away, can I still be on the team?
Definitely - only some of our freshmen every year are scholarship athletes. The additional 12-16 experienced rowers are individuals who come to Boston University because they want a great education and the opportunity to race with and against the best in the country.
Can I earn a scholarship while rowing for Boston?
Yes - if you are contributing to the team through your position in one of the NCAA boats or through your leadership abilities, you will be considered for athletic aid.
Official Visits
Prospective student-athletes may be asked to come to campus for an official visit once you begin your senior year classes. On an official visit, Boston University may cover some of your expenses, including travel, meals, reasonable and limited entertainment, and accommodations (parents are welcome to attend, but their travel costs cannot be covered). An official visit offers an opportunity to see the team in action, while providing the potential student-athlete with a better understanding of student and academic life. The visit may include attending a class with an athlete, observing a practice, meeting with the coaches and team members, dining on campus, and spending the night in a dorm.
NCAA rules dictate that prospective student-athletes are allowed no more than five official visits. Please check with the NCAA's website for more information.
Unofficial Visits
You may make as many unofficial visits as you want at your own expense. Prospective student-athletes are strongly encouraged to come to the campus on an unofficial visit to meet with the coaches, sit in on a practice, meet some of the athletes, or tour the campus. Please give us at least a week's notice so we can coordinate our schedules and make sure there will be someone available to meet with you. If you would like to stay overnight, we can accommodate that as well.
There are several application deadlines for incoming freshmen, and they are detailed here. The Admissions Office is located at 121 Bay State Road, and gives information sessions and tours daily. The Admissions staff can answer your financial aid and degree program questions. The general information number is 617-353-2300, and the campus tour information number is 617-353-2318.
In order to obtain a preliminary admissibility read from our Office of Admissions, we need the following information from you:
• Unofficial copy of high school transcript through the completion of junior year
• List of your senior year courses
• Official copy of your ACT of SAT scores (may be a photocopy from the testing center)
• Your intended Program of Study
• Before you visit - Proof of your registration with the NCAA Initial Eligibility Center: website
If BU is on your list, please send this information to our attention as soon as you have a complete transcript from your junior year.
Frequently Asked Questions about Admissions
My academic transcript is not as strong as I would like. Will my rowing resume get me admitted into Boston University?
While an exceptional rowing resume will be considered in your application, it will not guarantee admission.
How strong does my academic transcript have to be in order to be accepted to Boston University?
Please review this profile of the Class of 2012 for an idea of how you measure up. Keep in mind this can change based on the competitiveness of each applying class. Some classes are more competitive than others.
RECRUITING TIMELINE
Freshman or Sophomore Year
o Fill out our recruiting questionnaire here.
o You may receive a camp brochure from us.
Junior Year
o SEPTEMBER 1: Coaches may now begin contacting you via e-mail. They cannot initiate telephone calls to you - but may receive telephone calls from you.
o OCTOBER: visit our boathouse during out open house during Head of the Charles after you finish racing
o JANUARY-MAY: Register and take the ACT or SAT, and the SAT subject tests, if applicable. Click here for the program requirements related to standardized tests.
o FEBRUARY: Take an unofficial visit and meet us during our CRASH-B open house.
o MAY: register with the NCAA Initial Eligibility Center
o JUNE: Fax (617.353.5286 attn: Women's Rowing) or e-mail (vcurry@bu.edu) us the following information once junior year concludes: An unofficial copy of high school transcript through the completion of junior year, A list of your senior year courses, an official copy of your ACT of SAT scores (may be a photocopy from the testing center), and your intended Program of Study.
o JULY 1: Coaches may now initiate telephone contact with you.
o AUGUST-SEPTEMBER: Receive information back regarding Admissions pre-read. You may be invited for an official visit.
Senior Year
o SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER: Begin your application process.
o NOVEMBER 1: Early Decision application deadline.
o NOVEMBER-DECEMBER: If you plan to apply for financial aid, fill out the FAFSA form and the CSS profile.
o DECEMBER 1: Various scholarship application deadlines.
o JANUARY 1: Regular application deadline.
o FEBRUARY 15: Earliest state deadline for FAFSA
o Late MARCH - early APRIL: Admissions decisions are announced
o JUNE: send an updated transcript with proof of graduation to the NCAA Initial Eligibility Center and complete the Amateurism form.