Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA · private nonprofit · 10,085 undergraduates
Boston College is a private nonprofit university in Chestnut Hill, MA with very selective admissions, admitting about 16% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
16%
SAT (middle 50%)
1440–1540
ACT (middle 50%)
33–35
Avg net price
$41,704/yr
sticker $89,493
Graduation rate
91%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
10,085
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What is Boston College's acceptance rate?
Boston College has an acceptance rate of about 16%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for Boston College?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Boston College scored between 1440–1540 on the SAT (ACT 33–35).
How much does Boston College cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $41,704 per year at Boston College after financial aid, versus a published cost of $89,493.
What is the graduation rate at Boston College?
About 91% of students at Boston College graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.