Admissions Overview
The admission process at Boston College has a 16% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Boston College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
16%
Very Selective
Application Volume
36,069
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
41%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Boston College has a 16% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Boston College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$80
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Boston College. About 28% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,430 to 1,540. Additionally, about 16% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 34.
SAT Scores
28% of students submitted400
1600
1430 – 1540
200
800
710 – 760
200
800
720 – 780
ACT Scores
16% of students submitted1
36
33 – 34
1
36
34 – 35
1
36
30 – 35
Admission Statistics
36,069 students applied to BC. Of those, 16% were accepted (5,645 students). Of these 5,645 accepted students, 2,335 chose to enroll.
36,069
Total Applicants
5,645
Students Admitted
2,335
Students Enrolled
16%
Acceptance Rate