Boston College is among the nation’s foremost universities—a leader in the liberal arts, scientific inquiry, and formative education. Grounded in the ideals that inspired our Jesuit founders, we urge students to look inward but always to reach out—to develop their minds and talents to the fullest and use them in the service to others.

16.7%

Acceptance Rate

Class of 2026

Applicants: 40,494

Enrolled: 2,335

34/1482

Average ACT/SAT Score

Class of 2026

25%: 33/1430

75%: 34/1510

9,532

Undergraduate Students



53% Female Students

47% Male Students

At a Glance

Location: Chestnut Hill, MA

School Type: Private (Nonprofit)

U.S. News Ranking: #36

Early Decision: Yes

Enrollment

Institutional Enrollment

Category Students
Total Students 15,106
Undergraduate Students 9,532
Graduate Students
5,574
Total Female Students 7,300
Total Male Students 6,070

Enrollment by Racial/Ethnic Category

Category Total Undergraduates
Nonresident aliens
701
Hispanic/Latino
1,073
Black or African American, non-Hispanic
411
White, non-Hispanic
5,570
American Indian or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic 4
Asian, non-Hispanic
1,048
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic 3
Two or more races, non-Hispanic 406
Race and/or ethnicity unknown 316

Geographic Distribution

Class of 2026

We seek students who are bright, curious, passionate, and engaged. As a Jesuit university, Boston College emphasizes liberal arts education, character development, and the cultivation of leaders. Our mission is to graduate men and women who know how to think, make decisions, communicate, and act with integrity.
John Mahoney, Vice Provost for Enrollment Management

Financial Aid, Tuition, & Fees

Financial Aid

Academic Year 2021–2022 

$159,071,660

Awarded in Need-Based Scholarships & Grants

Tuition & Fees

Academic Year 2022–2023

Tuition: $62,950

Required Fees: $1,226

Room & Board (On-Campus): $16,120

Books & Supplies: $1,250

Other Expenses: $1,900 (residents and commuters not living at home), $2,200 (commuters living at home)

Boston College endeavors to educate a new generation of leaders—men and women who will be capable of shaping the future with vision, justice, and charity—with a sense of calling, with concern for all of the human family.
William P. Leahy, S.J., University President

Transfer Admission

Fall 2021

Gender Applicants Admitted Enrolled
Men 887 122 43
Women 986 117 37

Factors of Admission

Relative Importance of Each of the Following Factors

Factor Very Important
Important
Considered
Not Considered
Rigor of secondary school record
X      
Class rank
  X    
Academic GPA X      
Standardized test scores     X  
Application Essay   X    
Recommendation(s)   X    
Extracurricular activities   X    
Talent/ability   X    
Character/personal qualities   X    
First generation     X  
Geographical residence        X
State residency       X
Religious affiliation/commitment   X    
Racial/ethnic status     X  
Volunteer work   X    
Work experience     X  
Level of applicant’s interest       X

About the Common Data Set

The Common Data Set initiative is a collaborative effort among data providers in the higher education community and publishers as represented by the College Board, Peterson’s, and U.S. News & World Report. The combined goal of this collaboration is to improve the quality and accuracy of information provided to all involved in a student’s transition into higher education.

University Strategic Plan

Ever to Excel: Advancing Boston College's Mission

In January 2016 Boston College embarked on the University Strategic Planning Initiative—a new strategic planning effort to identify institutional priorities for the next decade. Called Ever to Excel: Advancing Boston College’s Mission, these directions will shape the University’s priorities over the coming decade.