Boston College is a private Catholic research university in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, just outside Boston. It is one of the best-known names in American higher education: strong in business, economics, nursing, education and the liberal arts, with a beautiful collegiate campus and a loyal alumni network. For Pakistani students it offers a classic American university experience — and the Gabelli Presidential Scholars Program, which pays full tuition to a small number of exceptional students.
At a glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA (near Boston) |
| Type | Private Catholic research university (founded 1863) |
| Undergraduate tuition (2026-27) | $75,070 a year (same rate across every major) |
| Total cost of attendance (2026-27) | $95,258 a year (tuition, fees, room and board) |
| Medical insurance (2026-27) | $4,723 a year |
| Graduate tuition (2026-27) | Boston College Law $75,280; full-time MBA $70,390 |
| Early Decision deadline | 1 November 2026 for Fall 2027 entry |
Programmes
Boston College's Carroll School of Management is its flagship — finance, accounting and marketing are all strong, and the full-time MBA costs $70,390 a year. The Connell School of Nursing, the Lynch School of Education and Human Development, and the Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences cover the rest of the university's degrees. Undergraduate tuition is a single flat rate of $75,070 across every school, whether you study computer science, economics, nursing or English. Graduate tuition varies by school, from about $2,248 to $2,398 per credit.
Fees and funding
The 2026-27 billed cost is $95,258: tuition $75,070, mandatory fees $1,354 (health fee plus student activity fee), and housing and food $19,870. Entering students pay $2,074 in fees in their first semester. Medical insurance is $4,723 a year. Boston College meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for domestic students, with an average need-based aid package above $65,000 — but that guarantee does not extend to international students in the same way, so international applicants should confirm the current policy on the financial-aid page before applying. The merit route is the Gabelli Presidential Scholars Program, which covers full tuition for a small number of outstanding students; there is no separate application — you are considered through your admission application.
Admission
Undergraduate applicants use the Common Application, with Early Decision I by 1 November 2026 and Regular Decision in January. Boston College reads applications holistically: grades, course rigour, recommendations, essays and activities all matter. International applicants need an English test (IELTS 7.5 or above, TOEFL 100 or above, PTE or Duolingo are reported as accepted). The university does not offer a January intake for undergraduates; Fall 2027 is the realistic entry point.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Boston College cost? $75,070 in tuition and $95,258 total cost of attendance in 2026-27, plus $4,723 for medical insurance.
Does Boston College give full scholarships to international students? The Gabelli Presidential Scholars Program covers full tuition for a small number of exceptional students, selected through the admission application.
What is Boston College best for? Business (Carroll School), economics, nursing, education and the liberal arts, with a strong alumni network in Boston and New York.
When should I apply? Early Decision is 1 November 2026 for Fall 2027 entry. Confirm the Regular Decision date on the admissions page.
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Sources and verification: Boston College Board of Trustees 2026-27 tuition announcement (undergraduate tuition $75,070, cost of attendance $95,258, Law $75,280, MBA $70,390) and BC financial-aid pages (medical insurance $4,723, entering-student total $97,014 with fees). 2027-28 rates and Regular Decision date to be confirmed on bc.edu.