Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002128
- Phone: (617) 277-3915
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
27.22%FINANCIAL AID RATE
56%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$39,582Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Boston College
1581 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA
About
Boston College, located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, was founded in 1863, and is one of the 568 private Jesuit institutions that comprise the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. The school's undergraduate is ranked among the best in the United States, as well as an active research institution that works closely with the Carnegie Foundation. The school maintains a tradition of excellence in education, which traces its mandate to its Jesuit origins.An example of the school's high standard for education can be seen in the number of Fulbright Scholar's it has produced, ranking eighth among all colleges and universities in the United States. Also notable is the school's architecture, which provides an early glimpse into gothic style for collegiate institutions.
Academics
Boston College offers degrees beginning at the bachelor degree level all the way to the doctoral. Bachelor degree programs offer students an undergraduate education that is comprised of upper and lower division major courses, electives and general education requirements. Students may also pursue minor degrees or double major, both of which require additional courses of study in a secondary field, with a second major requiring much more extensive study in order to complete.
Graduate and doctoral programs have separate requirements for admissions, and provide a more in depth study in a particular area, often allowing students to pursue specialization. Students studying at this level may choose to become involved in research as part of their education. The length of programs may vary, but typically take between one and three years.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Boston College requires students to complete an application that includes the submission of transcripts, test scores, essays, and letters of recommendation. The students application will be reviewed by the school, with a decision being made by committee. Once decided, the student will be notified, and if admitted will be provided information in order to begin their enrollment. Graduate level admissions requires students to have earned a lower level degree, to have maintained a certain academic standard, and to have scored highly on graduate level examinations.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Aid is awarded based on need as determined by the applicants information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Aid must be applied for each academic year due to shifting financial circumstances. Students are also required to maintain a minimum GPA in order to continue receiving aid. All aid forms should be completed prior to posted deadlines to ensure timely disbursement of funds.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Boston College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Boston College is around 15,000 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 16% enrolling as graduate students and 67% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $57,000-$68,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Per unit charges are around $2,300 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 56% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 45% | $44,021 |
Receiving Student Loans | 41% | $4,097 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Boston College may offer services to students including:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Graduate Teacher Education Program
- Law Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theology (Ministry) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Boston College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Atlantic Coast Conference)
- Basketball (Atlantic Coast Conference)
- Track and Field (Atlantic Coast Conference)
- Fencing
- Field Hockey
- Football (Atlantic Coast Conference)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Sailing
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Boston College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Neuroscience (D, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Finance (B, D, M)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Operations Management (B)
- Organizational Behavior Studies (D)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, D, M)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Physics (B, D, M)
- Geology (B, M)
- Geophysics and Seismology
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
- Developmental And Child Psychology (D, M)
- Counseling Psychology (D)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (D, M)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Economics (B, D)
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B, D, M)
- Ministry (M)
- Christian Counseling (M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art History (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Music (B)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002128
- Phone: (617) 277-3915
- School Homepage