It's time to rethink college tours
Traditional campus tours feel impersonal and can leave you with more questions than answers. You’re just a face in the crowd following a scripted tour led by a random guide. Is this really the best way to make one of the biggest decisions of your life?
SchoolScoops is the smarter, more personal way to tour colleges
Private and personalized tours
With traditional tours you’re just a number in a big group, making it hard to ask the questions that matter most. With SchoolScoops 1-on-1 tours and video chats you can ask all the questions that are important to you.
Choose your own guide
On a typical college tour, the school assigns you a guide. SchoolScoops lets you pick a guide who matches your academic interests, hobbies, and personality. You'll get authentic insights and advice from someone who truly gets you.
No scripts, just scoops
Traditional campus tours are essentially a sales pitch—the guide works for the school and their job is to show you the highlights. SchoolScoops guides don’t work for their school, so there’s no sales pitch—just genuine advice to determine if the school is a good fit.
Find the school for you
Choosing where to go to college is a major decision and a huge investment. SchoolScoops 1-on-1 tours and video chats go beyond the basics to help you make a well-informed college decision.
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Get to know Boston College
Boston College is a premier Jesuit university that fosters academic excellence in sciences, business, arts, and humanities, rooted in a commitment to liberal arts, ethical leadership, and social justice.
Overview
Boston College, founded in 1863, is a private Jesuit university located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across nine schools and colleges.
Size
Boston College has a total enrollment of approximately 15,287 students, with 9,982 undergraduates and 5,305 graduate students.
Acceptance rate
Boston College has a 16% acceptance rate and a 28% early acceptance rate. Half of admitted students who submitted test scores have an SAT score between 1430-1510 or an ACT score of 33-34.
Cost
For the 2024 academic year, Boston College tuition is $69,400 for undergraduates, with graduate program tuition varying by school and program. Approximately 50% of undergraduates receive financial aid, with an average need-based scholarship of $47,500.
Ranking
According to US News, Boston College is ranked #37 out of 436 National Universities. Schools are ranked based on their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence.
Academics
Boston College offers over 70 degree programs, including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees across its nine schools and colleges. It maintains a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio, fostering close interaction between students and professors.
Traditions
Boston College's best traditions include the Red Bandanna Game, the Screaming Eagles Marching Band performances, the BC Fight Song, and Senior Week celebrating graduates with events like the Last Lecture and Commencement Ball.
Campus landmarks
Boston College's best landmarks include the iconic Gasson Hall, the Heights' Gothic-style architecture, Bapst Library, the Boston College Stadium, St. Mary's Chapel, and the Burns Library, all highlighting the university's rich history and beautiful campus.
Student body
Over 70% of Boston College students come from out-of-state, with many from nearby New England states like Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York, as well as significant representation from California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Illinois.
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What GPA do you need to get into Boston College?
To be a competitive applicant, you should have a 4.08 GPA or higher. Boston College has high academic standards, and if your GPA and test scores don’t meet their requirements, your chances of admission may be low. To maximize your chances, aim for the 75th percentile with a 1520 SAT or 35 ACT, along with a strong GPA.
Does Boston College offer full financial aid?
Boston College admits students based on their academic and personal achievements. They are committed to providing need-based financial aid and ensuring that students receive various forms of assistance to cover their full demonstrated financial need.
Is Boston College a highly religious school?
Boston College embraces its Catholic heritage, offering various faith-based traditions such as daily Mass and the annual Mass of the Holy Spirit.
How Can I Book a Tour of Boston College?
Prospective undergraduate students can schedule a visit through the Boston College Office of Undergraduate Admission.
Is Boston College a top 50 school?
Boston College is ranked #37 among National Universities in the 2025 edition of Best Colleges.
What careers is Boston College known for?
Boston College is known for careers in Economics, Biology, Finance, Computer Science, Communication, Psychology, Nursing, Business Analytics, and Political Science.
How far is Boston College from the city?
Boston College is about 6 miles west of downtown Boston, in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.
Is Boston College expensive?
Boston College's total cost is $89,605, but students receiving need-based aid pay an average net price of $35,482.
Can students live off campus at Boston College?
Yes, most BC students live off campus during their junior year. Those with three years of university housing who move off campus as sophomores must also do so as juniors, as the junior year off is non-transferable.
Does BC offer private campus tours?
Yes, using SchoolScoops you can take a private campus tour of BC with a student of your choosing.
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