Race & Ethnicity
Boston College has a diverse student body with 34% students of color and 8% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Boston College offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Boston College has a gender distribution of 53% female students and 47% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
30% of total enrollment
33% of total enrollment
0% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Boston College serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 88% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 2% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
88%
Traditional Age (18-21)
2%
Non-Traditional (25+)
37%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Boston College attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 8% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 21% in-state residents, 71% out-of-state students, and 8% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
21% of student body
71% of student body
8% of student body
States Represented
44 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
34%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
53%
Female Students
Global Reach
8%
International
Age Diversity
2%
Non-Traditional Age