Campus Vibe
Highly selective — top graduate earnings
Boston College is a private institution in Chestnut Hill with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1501, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 9.9K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
91% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $103,937 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $39,866.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1501
ACT Score Range
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$39,866
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
68.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,962
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
75
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Programs (128)
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10-Year Earnings by Gender
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Varsity Sports — Eagles
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average