The average unweighted GPA for admitted students is an A/A- in the most rigorous program available.


The admission process at Boston College is holistic. Although we select students based on their academic talents and preparation, we desire to fill a class full of various talents and backgrounds, and seek to understand how students will contribute to the greater BC community.
We review each application with a level of thoroughness and thoughtfulness that reflects the time and effort you have invested in Boston College. In making admission decisions, we consider grades, standardized test scores, what you do outside of school, teachers’ and others’ appraisals, and how you express yourself through writing. There is no specific formula to gain admission - our goal is to enroll a class filled with various types of scholars, learning styles, talents, and personalities.
29,382
Total Applications
7,752
Accepted
26%
Acceptance Rate
2,408
Enrolled
*2020 Annual Census Data
1598 Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences
589 Carroll School of Management
116 Lynch School of Education and Human Development
105 Connell School of Nursing
Test Type | Applicant | Admitted | Enrolled |
---|---|---|---|
SAT (Mid 50%) | 1290-1470 | 1410-1520 | 1350-1480 |
ACT (Mid 50%) | 30-34 | 33-35 | 31-34 |
Boston College recognizes that environmental factors may influence how well a student performs on standardized testing, and we consider this context during our evaluation.
The average unweighted GPA for admitted students is an A/A- in the most rigorous program available.
The average unweighted GPA for admitted students is an A/A- in the most rigorous program available.
1,283 high schools represented in BC 2024
45.7% Public
24.1% Catholic/Jesuit
30.2% Private/Independent
44 states represented
42 countries represented
31.1% New England
30.7% Mid-Atlantic
7.9% Midwest
8.6% South/Southwest
12.0% West
0.8% Other US
8.9% International
China
South Korea
Hong Kong
Canada
United Arab Emirates
Brazil
Germany
Greece
Mexico
Switzerland
34%
AHANA students
54% | 46%
Female | Male
197
International Students
296
Pell Grant Recipients
229
First-Generation Students
The Class of 2024 demonstrates the academic strength as well as geographical and ethnic diversity that have become hallmarks of BC undergraduate enrollment.