Boston University (BU) is a private university located in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 1839, it is the second oldest private university in the United States. BU has 15 colleges with approximately 30,000 students, including many international students. It is renowned for its location in downtown Boston and has a reputation as a student paradise. The university is located in New England, a region rich in academic resources and institutions of higher learning. Transportation to BU is convenient via public transport systems. Boston, with its strong academic and cultural atmosphere, is a city that has produced many well-known artists and cultural workers. The graduation certificate samples on the website are for personal learning and communication purposes only.