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Enrollment Deposit
How much is BC's enrollment deposit?
Boston College requires a deposit of $500 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
84.70%
Boston College is in the top 84.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
52.70%
Boston College is in the top 52.70% of colleges in the state of Massachusetts for deposit cost. 16.18% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
80.50%
Boston College is in the top 80.50% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% of private colleges do not require a deposit.
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Enrollment Deposit
How much is BC's enrollment deposit?
Boston College requires a deposit of $500 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
84.70%
Boston College is in the top 84.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
52.70%
Boston College is in the top 52.70% of colleges in the state of Massachusetts for deposit cost. 16.18% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
80.50%
Boston College is in the top 80.50% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% of private colleges do not require a deposit.
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Student Population
Boston College educates a diverse community of 16,604 students, with 10,425 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 6,179 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
16,604
Total Undergraduates
10,425
Total Graduates
6,179
88% Full-Time
12% Part-Time
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Student Population
Boston College educates a diverse community of 16,604 students, with 10,425 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 6,179 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
16,604
Total Undergraduates
10,425
Total Graduates
6,179
88% Full-Time
12% Part-Time
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Admissions
The admission process at Boston College has a 16% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Boston College has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1490 and the average ACT score is 34.
Acceptance Rate
16%
Application Fee
$80
SAT
Students submitting SAT
28%
400
1600
1430 – 1540
200
800
710 – 760
200
800
720 – 780
ACT
Students submitting ACT
16%
0
36
33 – 34
0
36
34 – 35
0
36
30 – 35
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Admissions
The admission process at Boston College has a 16% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Boston College has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1490 and the average ACT score is 34.
Acceptance Rate
16%
Application Fee
$80
SAT
Students submitting SAT
28%
400
1600
1430 – 1540
200
800
710 – 760
200
800
720 – 780
ACT
Students submitting ACT
16%
0
36
33 – 34
0
36
34 – 35
0
36
30 – 35
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Location
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA, Boston College offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.
City
Chestnut Hill
County
Middlesex County
State
Massachusetts
Country
United States
Urbanization
City: Small
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Location
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA, Boston College offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.
City
Chestnut Hill
County
Middlesex County
State
Massachusetts
Country
United States
Urbanization
City: Small
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About
Boston College features a student-focused approach with a 13 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Roman Catholic values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
13 : 1
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Website
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About
Boston College features a student-focused approach with a 13 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Roman Catholic values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
13 : 1
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Website
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Cost
Boston College makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $30,559 with 55% of students receiving financial assistance including 13% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$30,559
Received Aid
55%
Pell Recipients
13%
$33,205 In-State
$33,205 Out-of-State
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Cost
Boston College makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $30,559 with 55% of students receiving financial assistance including 13% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$30,559
Received Aid
55%
Pell Recipients
13%
$33,205 In-State
$33,205 Out-of-State
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Demographics
The Boston College student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 21% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Demographics
The Boston College student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 21% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Outcomes
Boston College prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 91% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
91%
Outcomes
Boston College prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 91% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
91%
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