What is the acceptance rate at Boston College?

Boston College has an acceptance rate of about 16%, based on the most recent federal data on FindU.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Boston College?

Admitted students at Boston College typically have SAT scores between 1430–1540 and ACT composite scores between 33–34 (the middle 50% of enrolled students).

How big is Boston College?

Boston College enrolls about 9,865 students.

What is the graduation rate at Boston College?

Boston College has a graduation rate of about 91%.

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Boston College

Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts · Private (nonprofit)

Apr 1Application deadline

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About

Boston College is located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 9,865 students.

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Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$67,680

Out-of-state tuition$67,680

Room & board$18,475

Avg aid package$62,373

Students receiving aid55%

Pell grant recipients13%

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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1430–1540

4001600

ACT · middle 50%33–34

136

Application info

Acceptance rate16%

Average GPA4.09

Student–faculty ratio13:1

Test optionalYes

Common AppYes

Application fee$80

Application dates

Early DecisionNov 1

Regular DecisionJan 2

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Academics

Graduation rate91%

Retention rate95%

Student–faculty ratio13:1

Full-time faculty60%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$103,937

Avg starting salary$74,500

Job placement rate96%

Internship rate85%

Earn more than HS grad90%

Economic mobility160%

Loan default (3 yr)1%

Loan repayment (3 yr)91%

Student life

Demographics

Medium School

9,865Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

BalancedGender ratio

Female 53%Male 47%

58% WhiteRacial diversity

White 58%Hispanic 12%Asian 11%Black 5%Other 14%

Campus housingYes

Campus life

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Professors

Current Student

Boston College has been everything I hoped for and more — academically challenging, personally enriching, and genuinely beautiful in both campus and spirit.

Campus and vibes

Current Student

Boston college is such a diverse community with welcoming people and facility. This school provides many resource for student to be able to go the help they need.

Current Student

I really enjoyed the beautiful scenery and all aspects of on-campus housing. This school has plenty of opportunities for meeting new people and making connections.

Current Student

It was not nice attending the school, but we had Health Insurance for Students so we finished the quarter.

Cost and value

Current Student

My biggest struggle with being a BC student has been the financial aspect. I received a full merit/need-based scholarship, but there always seems to be a bill that shows up anyway.

About Boston College

Boston College prioritizes campus safety with 24-hour security patrols and emergency phones located throughout the campus. The university also offers a safety escort service and mobile emergency alerts to ensure the well-being of its students. These measures contribute to a secure environment for the campus community.

Endowment$3,547,245,333

Avg faculty salary$209,292

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