Admissions Overview
The admission process at Boston College has a 17% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Boston College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
17%
Very Selective
Application Volume
40,494
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
35%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Boston College has a 17% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
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 34% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,435 to 1,540. Additionally, about 18% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
34% of students submitted400
1600
1435 – 1540
200
800
705 – 760
200
800
730 – 780
ACT Scores
18% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
1
36
34 – 35
1
36
30 – 34
Admission Statistics
40,494 students applied to BC. Of those, 17% were accepted (6,748 students). Of these 6,748 accepted students, 2,335 chose to enroll.
40,494
Total Applicants
6,748
Students Admitted
2,335
Students Enrolled
17%
Acceptance Rate