Boston College
- 4 Year
- CHESTNUT HILL, MA
CollegeGrad School
Boston College Reviews
Rating 3.66 out of 5 1,582 reviews
I am an international student at BC and at the time I am writing this review, I've been here for about 4 weeks.
What I like about BC so far:
You're exposed to unique opportunities. For example, the marching band performed at Gillette Stadium for the Patriots last week.
What I don't like about BC:
International students don't get any financial aid!!
People stay in their own racial groups.
The food in the dining halls is so expensive and so bad at the same time.
What I like about BC so far:
You're exposed to unique opportunities. For example, the marching band performed at Gillette Stadium for the Patriots last week.
What I don't like about BC:
International students don't get any financial aid!!
People stay in their own racial groups.
The food in the dining halls is so expensive and so bad at the same time.
I love BC, the people are smart, nice and fun-always up for anything and there is so much to do- loads of athletics to watch and parties every night. We work hard but everyone has fun too.
Boston College is a top 5 institution for business/finance. They are also a top school for sciences and education. Ignore the arbitrary US News Rankings. We have a very strong alumni network across the street rivaled probably only by Ivies and NYU/UVA. Student life is great during football season. Everyone at the school wants you to succeed. The only drawback is freshman dorms but for anyone social, it is a great environment.
The school spirit and culture is unlike any other. The campus’s beauty is unmatched. While there are some issues like the dining plan or the drab weather in the winter, Boston College is perfect.
I had a great experience at Boston College. One of the best parts of my college experience was my time as a Gateway Scholar. Not only did I create lifelong friends during this experience but, I also gained great guidance for the entirety of my college career. I was able to make meaningful connections with my science professors and I was able to have one on one time with my professors.
Boston College has given me more opportunities than I ever imagined. I cannot thank this school enough for giving me such a fantastic education.
Boston College opened the doors for me when no other college would. I’m an international student who pursed the dream of having access to higher education in a foreign country and I couldn’t be happier with this amazing experience. I am proud to be part of such inclusive, welcoming, and lovely community. I always had such great encounters with professors who are more than qualified to fulfill their role as educators. There, I encountered a safe space to share my thoughts and feelings regarding any subject. I am taught everyday to respect different views and perspectives and I’ve learned that it make us who we are and we can peacefully coexist with our differences.
Well I don't work here or go to school here yet but I hope to in the near future as I know it's a very competitive school.
I will be attending Boston College as a Graduate student starting in August but so far staff and administration have helped make me excited about my opportunity to continue to pursue my education in a prestigious and world-renowned university. I have no doubt that the environment will provide me with ample learning and growing experiences as I study alongside brilliant students and take instruction from Professors who have honed their craft with the purpose of teaching others like me.
I love the culture and support I experience as a student at Boston College. The faculty are all very personable, accepting, and understanding, giving you a small school feel without actually being at a small school.
it's amazing! so many nice people and the food actually isn't that bad! cute gear and cute boys! overall a great experience
The professors were mostly kind and mindful of student health mental/physical health needs, especially during COVID. The campus is beautiful and the facilities are good.
Transgender students had it pretty rough because they were not allowed to change their names so all the official documents deadnamed them (including their ID cards). They were not allowed to dorm with people of their gender so there was a horror story of a trans girl who got sexually harassed by her male roommate and was unable to switch rooms because ResLife refused to put her in a female dorm.
Watch out with the Cost of Attendance, it rises every year. My freshman year's financial aid was really generous, but it didn't rise when my sibling entered college and so my family was constantly under financial strain from my sophomore year onward.
Transgender students had it pretty rough because they were not allowed to change their names so all the official documents deadnamed them (including their ID cards). They were not allowed to dorm with people of their gender so there was a horror story of a trans girl who got sexually harassed by her male roommate and was unable to switch rooms because ResLife refused to put her in a female dorm.
Watch out with the Cost of Attendance, it rises every year. My freshman year's financial aid was really generous, but it didn't rise when my sibling entered college and so my family was constantly under financial strain from my sophomore year onward.
I graduated last May. First and foremost, the biggest highlights for me are that I fully believe the friendships I made here will last me a lifetime, and that the personal growth I went through from start to finish completely changed my life, providing me with more self-confidence and self-awareness than I thought was even possible. And most of my professors were top notch educators and experts in their field. They'll practically bend over backwards to make themselves available for their students, and their love of learning is nothing short of infectious. The biggest problem for BC is the lack of diversity. Being queer, the LGBT community on campus is somewhat underground and hidden from view. I still found it eventually and made a home here, but I wish I had found it sooner. The low-income community is even harder to find. I never found it and felt isolated by how much wealthier everyone around me was. With a more diverse campus, BC would be a much better experience for everyone.
I love going to Boston College. When I was applying and accepted to schools, I had a strange draw to the school that I could not explain and I'm so glad that I listened to it and enrolled. Between the atmosphere on gameday and being 10 minutes from central Boston, BC truly is one of the most unique schools. I know that I'm getting a world class education at an institution that will continue to be a part of my life forever. I am extremely involved on campus (as are most undergraduates) and love that there is no pressure from greek life.
Coming from a small town in Texas with little to no diversity, it was a big culture shock coming to BC. The majority of students are white so I did feel out of place at first, but I did eventually find the people for me. I have never had a negative interaction with any staff. Everyone is always ready to help you with anything. The instructors that I have had are always very intelligent and are able to help you with any problem you may have in class. Some professors are even more passionate than others in their work and I enjoy that because I believe it helps me learn better. There are services around every corner and the sports or organizations for students are abundant. So there is always an opportunity to be involved in one way or another. The only downfall I'd say there is in my experience is because the demographic is mostly white, there is a stigma or barrier between these students. There were issues throughout my first year regarding race and also LGBTQ matters.
The academic opportunities are endless, and new doors are opened for everyone but it is up to the students to take different chances and go on different journeys during college.
I have loved the school spirit and community feel of Boston College. The required core courses have pushed me to step away from how I usually think about myself, my life, and my education. They have helped me gain perspective on how to live my life in a fulfilling way. Additionally, Boston College has encouraged me to be active in my community both at school and at home. They truly take their mission statement seriously when they say their students are "men and women for others."
The campus is beautiful and everyone is welcoming. I was able to find my group of people through the club I joined. It's easy to get involved on campus as there are so many organizations/clubs to join. I have enjoyed most if not all my professors as classes are great to be engaged in. Overall, BC provides great financial aid for me. They have so many resources on campus for students to utilize to make a smooth transition to college.
Mid. Mid. Mid. BC is honestly super underwhelming. Classes are impossible to get and forget wanting to transfer into CSOM, CSON, or Lynch(ITS IMPOSSIBLE); social life is BORING(you have to re-educate yourself on how to have fun, or be part of the high school bubble(prep boys from CT and carbon copy x50 girls) everything just feels so high school; HOUSING IS AN ACTUAL JOKE for how much we pay and ruins so many friendships and is SO unfair; even sports are not amazing anymore. Trust me you will want to go to a school with Greek life, oh yeah also, Boston is super strict.
As a student at Boston College, I can confidently say that my overall experience was fantastic. The people I encountered were amazing, and the sense of community at the university was strong. I particularly appreciated the emphasis on inclusivity and support for AHANA+ students and those from low-income backgrounds. The availability of diverse clubs and organizations allowed me to explore my interests and meet like-minded individuals. Academically, Boston College provided excellent opportunities with rigorous coursework and valuable resources. Overall, I found Boston College to be a welcoming and enriching environment that fostered personal and academic growth.