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Boston College Cost

Net Price

Net Price
$26,284/ year
National
$15,403
Net Price Calculator
npc.collegeboard.org/student/app/bc
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $11,600/ year
  • $30-48k
    $9,937/ year
  • $49-75k
    $15,140/ year
  • $76-110k
    $23,514/ year
  • $110k+
    $46,134/ year

Net price is the average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Sticker Price

In-State Tuition
$51,296/ year
Out-of-State Tuition
$51,296/ year
Average Housing Costs
$13,818/ year
Average Meal Plan Cost
$5,208/ year
Books & Supplies
$1,250/ year
Tuition Guarantee Plan
No
Tuition Payment Plan
Yes
Prepaid Tuition Plan
No

Loans

Students Taking Out Loans
38%
Average Loan Amount
$3,789/ year
National
$6,857

Financial Aid

Any Financial Aid
55%
Average Total Aid Awarded
$36,668/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Aid
  • Federal Grant Aid
    12%
  • State Grant Aid
    3%
  • Institution Grant Aid
    41%
  • Pell Grant
    12%
Average Aid Awarded
  • Federal Grant Aid
    $7,570
  • State Grant Aid
    $1,768
  • Institution Grant Aid
    $34,606
  • Pell Grant Amount
    $4,474
Poll
Which statement best describes your financial aid experience at this school?
Based on 135 responses
  • It went smoothly, and I received the financial aid I needed.
    26%
  • The process was a hassle, but I received the financial aid I needed.
    26%
  • It was an absolute headache, and it took multiple attempts to receive any aid.
    10%
  • It is an ongoing process that I am still dealing with.
    19%
  • I did not apply for financial aid.
    20%

Overall Value

Value
A+
Based on average net price, earnings potential, student and alumni reviews, and additional factors.
Poll
70%
of students feel like they are getting their money's worth out of their program.27 responses
Graduation Rate
92%
National
48%
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