Overview
Student Population
| Location | Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts |
| Online | bc.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, Boston College is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 39,846 prospective students applied, and 7,587 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,516 enrolled in the school. 13,661 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,916 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $60,530 plus fees of $1,176. BC is ranked 50 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
BC is rated within the top 12% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Boston College within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#50 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#49 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#6 in Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts
#53 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1420/1530 |
| ACT | 33/34 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.86 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $80 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,176 |
| Room and Board | $15,602 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $80,658 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 24% |
| Social Sciences | 17% |
| Communication | 9% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| English and Literature | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=164924 IPEDS survey data for Boston College.
Current students may use the Boston College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.