Question 1

What is Boston College acceptance rate international students?

Accepted Answer

The Boston College is highly selective for international students because of its high acceptance rate. As per the official facts, the acceptance rate of Boston College for Indian students is 14%. Students should have a great academic record to take admission to Boston College. General entry requirements for Boston College Indian students are-Must have completed high school for UG admissionFor admission to PG courses of Boston College, students must have a Bachelor's degree and in some case, standardized test scores + work experience

Question 2

What is Boston College known for?

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Boston College is one of the most renowned universities in US with the rank #36 out of 443 National Universities. The institution has 1,725 international students which includes 845 UG students and 55 nationalities around the world. It is also a leader in liberal arts, scientific inquiry, and student formation.

Question 3

How elite is Boston College?

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As per U.S. News 2026 rankings, Boston College is ranked at #36 in the National Universities category. There is a one spot improvement in the National Universities rankings of Boston College. In addition to this, this college is ranked at #54 in the Best Value ranking.

Question 4

Does Boston College have good job placement?

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For the Class of 2024, Boston College placement rate is 96%. The median salary of the graduates was USD 74,500 (Around INR 69 lakh). As per LinkedIn, Boston College is among the best colleges for long-term career success. The top employers of the Class of 2024 graduates include EY, Deloitte, PwC, Amazon, KPMG, etc.

Question 5

What is the average salary of Boston College graduates?

Accepted Answer

For the Class of 2024, the average salary for Boston College graduates was USD 74,500 (Around INR 69 lakh). The career outcomes rate for the graduates was 96%. The top employers of these graduates were-DeloittePwCEYMorgan StanleyAmazonBank of America

Question 6

What is the top most industry where the graduates of Boston College were employed?

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The top industries where the graduates of Boston College of Class of 2024 were employed include-Financial Services & AccountingHealthcare, Life & Physical Sciences, & EnvironmentGovt, Law, Public PolicyConsulting, Business Services & EntrepreneurshipTechnology & Engineering

Question 7

Which documents do I need while applying to Boston College?

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While applying to Boston College, all international need to fulfill the requirements of documents mentioned below in order to be considered eligible for studying in the institution.Academic transcriptsEnglish language proficiency exam scores (IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo);CV/Resume;A copy of the passport;References;Statement of PurposeStandardised exam scores (SAT/ACT);Recommendation letters;Proof of financial support andWork experience (if required).

Question 8

What is the minimum score required for IELTS at Boston College?

Accepted Answer

Duolingo test scores are not accepted for Boston College MBA course. Minimum scores required in other English language tests are given below. IELTS: 7.5TOEFL iBT: 100PTE: 68

Question 9

What are Boston College admission requirements for international students?

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Boston College admission requirements for international students are mentioned below:For Undergraduate Admission· Submit your high school transcript· Submit the standardized test score of ACT/SAT (optional)· Provide the supporting material, i.e., Letter of Recommendation, two teacher evaluations, and a mid-year grade report· Submit the Boston college application fee· English proficiency test scoreFor Graduate Admission· A bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline· Submit Three Letters of Recommendation· Submit 1-2 page Statement of Purpose· Provide the standardized test score of GRE· A writing sample· English proficiency test scoreKnow more about the Requirements to Study in the USA for International Students

Question 10

Does Boston College provide scholarships to international students?

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No, Boston College does not provide any need-based financial aid like scholarships to overseas applicants. Therefore, non-U.S. citizens should be prepared to finance the full cost of their Boston College education. However, all international students who do hold U.S. citizenship or a Green Card are fully eligible to receive financial aid. However, Indian students can avail some of the scholarships listed below in order to manage the heavy expenses of studying in USA:Narotam Sekhsaria’s ScholarshipsHani Zeini ScholarshipJoseph Wharton FellowshipC. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies Abroad

Question 11

What is Gabelli Presidential Scholars Program?

Accepted Answer

Gabelli Presidential Scholars Program is a 100% merit based scholarship for international students. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is Nov 1, 2026 (tentative).

Question 12

Does Boston College give scholarships to international students?

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The Boston College scholarships is available for incoming freshman through the Gabelli Presidential Scholars Program. Both Early Decision and Regular Decision candidates are eligible for Presidential Scholarship consideration as long as they meet the priority scholarship deadline.

Question 13

How much does Boston University cost for Indian students?

Accepted Answer

Check the Boston College tuition fees for Indian students below:CourseTuitionHostelMSINR 63.42 L– / –MBA/PGDMINR 61.07 L - 63.42 L– / –BSNINR 61.07 LINR 16.67 LB.E. / B.TechINR 46.29 LINR 12.47 LBBAINR 61.07 LINR 16.67 LB.Sc.INR 61.07 LINR 16.67 L

Question 14

What are the Boston College entry requirements for international students?

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International students applying at Boston College must fulfill the standardized test scores (SAT/ACT), English proficiency exam scores and relevant documents requirements in order to secure admission in the institution.The entry requirements for undergraduates applying to Boston College include:12 years of high school education;Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT); andEnglish language requirements (IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo).The entry requirements for graduates applying to Boston College include:Bachelor's degree;GRE/GMAT scores; andEnglish language requirements (IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo).Boston College English language requirements are:English Language ExamMinimum Score RequiredTOEFL iBT100 & AboveIELTS7.5 & AboveDuolingo English Test  (DET)130 & Above

Question 15

What are the Boston College English language requirements?

Accepted Answer

Boston College requirements include English language exam scores from all the non-US students. The English language minimum score requirements are-English Language ExamMinimum Score RequiredTOEFL iBT100 & AboveIELTS7.5 & AboveDuolingo English Test (DET)130 & AboveFor graduate courses, the minimum scores required in these test will vary.

Question 16

What are some of the Boston College top courses?

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Boston College offers a wide variety of courses under undergraduate majors, undergraduate minors, graduate programs as well as academic departments and programs through its 9 schools and colleges. According to the US News and World Report subject rankings, some of the most popular majors at Boston College include:Social Sciences;Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services;Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs;Engineering and more.

Question 17

How long is the MS in Finance course of Boston College?

Accepted Answer

The MS in Finance course of Boston College is one-year. As per U.S. News, Boston College ranks at #9 in Finance (Business School Specialty rankings). Indian students are also enrolled in this college's course. International students who want to take admission this course are recommended to have some work experience.

Question 18

Is the MBA course of Boston College worth it?

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The acceptance rate of MBA course at Boston College is 54%. As per U.S. News, Boston College is ranked at No. 46 in the Best Business Schools category for 2025. The class size of MBA course is 77. The undergraduate GPA for the students is 3.10.

Question 19

What is the Boston College ranking?

Accepted Answer

Boston College is one of the top-ranked universities in USA with the rank #631-640 in QS World University Rankings 2024. In US News and World Report Rankings 2024, Boston College is ranked #36 out of 443 National Universities. Whereas, Times Higher Education has ranked Boston College in the range #251-300 in World University Rankings 2024.

Question 20

Is Boston College better than Boston University?

Accepted Answer

Boston College and Boston University are two very well-known institutions in US and qualify as some of most popular study abroad options for students. In terms of QS World University Rankings 2024 - Best Global Universities, Boston University has an upper hand with the rank #93. Whereas, Boston College's rank is #631-640.The comparative QS rankings of Boston University and Boston College are listed below:Year Boston UniversityBoston College 2024#93#631-6402023#108#551-6002022#112#4942021#110#4542020#98#432

Question 21

Does Boston College provide any housing facilities to it’s international students?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Boston College provides housing facilities. The university campus has 35 residence halls. The cost of housing can range between INR 11.7 Lakhs - 19.6 Lakhs depending on the room size and campus locations.

Question 22

Is Boston College a D1 school?

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Boston College USA competes in NCAA Division I level. The university  is home to 31 intercollegiate teams,  a number of club sports, 40+ intramural sports programs and courses in Spin, Yoga, Aquatics, and more.

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