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explore the questions that matter most

At Boston College, we ask a lot of our students, including three key questions:

What brings you joy?

What are you good at?

What does the world need you to be?

Questions like these invite reflection about who you are, what you hope to accomplish, and how you will change the world. It’s your journey of self-discovery, and it starts here.

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Academics

Jesuit Values

How will you make a difference?

Our Jesuit, Catholic heritage compels us to consider how our actions affect the world, and to pursue lives of meaning and purpose—intellectually, socially, and spiritually.

Liberal Arts Education

Who will you become?

A BC liberal arts education is a strong foundation for any future endeavor. Whether you know your passion or have yet to discover it, our Core Curriculum will teach you to think critically, communicate effectively, and reason intelligently.

81% of students in the Class of 2020 pursued community service or volunteer work while at BC

54% of the Class of 2020 studied abroad in 34 countries

1:11 faculty/student ratio

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Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences bc.edu/MORRISSEY Majors African and African Diaspora Studies Art History Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Classics Communication Computer Science Economics English Environmental Geoscience Environmental Studies

Film Studies French Geological Sciences German Studies Hispanic Studies History Human-Centered Engineering Independent Major International Studies Islamic Civilization and Societies Italian Linguistics

Mathematics Music Neuroscience Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Russian Slavic Studies Sociology Studio Art Theatre Theology

Carroll School of Management bc.edu/carroll Concentrations Accounting Accounting and Information Systems Accounting for Finance and Consulting

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Business Analytics (co-concentration only) Entrepreneurship (co-concentration only) Finance

General Management Information Systems Management and Leadership Marketing Operations Management

Lynch School of Education and Human Development bc.edu/lynchschool Majors Applied Psychology and Human Development

Elementary Education Secondary Education

Transformative Educational Studies

Connell School of Nursing bc.edu/connellschool Major Nursing

Interdisciplinary Minors African and African Diaspora Studies American Studies Ancient Civilization Asian Studies Catholic Studies East European Studies Environmental Studies Faith, Peace, and Justice

German Studies Global Public Health and the Common Good International Studies Irish Studies Islamic Civilization and Societies Jewish Studies Journalism

Latin American Studies Managing for Social Impact and the Public Good Medical Humanities, Health, and Culture Religion and Public Life Women’s and Gender Studies

Additional information on programs of study, majors, and minors may be found on each college’s or school’s website.

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Research

What will you discover?

Join faculty engaged in cutting-edge research on global issues from cybersecurity to the effect of pollution on children’s health. No matter your field, you’ll gain the hands-on experience necessary to identify and solve big problems.

⅓ of BC students participate in research opportunities with faculty

R1 Carnegie Classified Research University

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Introducing:

The Integrated Science Building at 245 Beacon Our brand-new 150,000-square-foot facility is home to four new academic programs as well as the Schiller Institute for Integrated Science and Society, a hub for multidisciplinary, collaborative research that engages students and faculty in tackling global issues in the areas of energy, the environment, and health.

4 new academic programs in integrated science, global public health, computer and data science, and human-centered engineering are run in conjunction with the Schiller Institute

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Community

Student Life

What activities await you?

Our campus is warm, inclusive, and alive with ways to flourish both inside and outside the classroom. Hailing from all 50 states and 55 countries around the world, our undergraduate students come together on the playing field, the theatre stage, and through more than 300 student organizations, including the Dramatics Society, Art Club, and Black Student Forum.

The Margot Connell Recreation Center is more than a gym. The 244,000-square-foot building boasts a fitness center, rock climbing wall, jogging track, yoga studios, and much more.

34% of BC’s Class of 2024 is of AHANA (African, Hispanic, Asian, and Native American) descent; another 8% are international citizens (bc.edu/diverse)

67 club and intramural athletic programs, including dodgeball, flag football, and floor hockey

31 intercollegiate NCAA Division I teams

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Beyond Campus

Why Boston?

Home to some of the world’s leading businesses, research labs, and technology companies, the city of Boston is just a short trolley ride from our historic Chestnut Hill campus. Whether you’re pursuing internship or job opportunities, or spending an afternoon with friends on the Freedom Trail, this vibrant city is yours to explore.

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153,000 students attend Boston’s 35 colleges and universities every year

Where will you go from here?

Your time at Boston College is more than an education, it’s a preparation for a purposeful life and rewarding career. Our Career Center and vast network of alumni are here to challenge you, mentor you, and support you—now and in the future.

93% of Class of 2020 graduates were employed, enrolled in graduate school, or involved in a fellowship or meaningful volunteer experience within six months of graduation

85%

Outcomes

Fulfilling Your Potential

of Class of 2020 graduates held an internship during their time at BC

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Next Steps

Applying to Boston College

What will you do now?

If you’re ready to challenge your perceptions, expand your horizons, and deepen your understanding of yourself and the world around you, apply to Boston College! We offer Early Decision in addition to Regular Decision. Learn more at bc.edu/apply.

Deadlines: Early Decision I: November 1 Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 1

$150M+ amount of need-based financial aid distributed annually

18 full-tuition, merit-based Presidential Scholarships awarded annually. Apply

by November 1 for consideration

Financial Aid

How will you afford your education?

Affordability should never be a barrier to college success. We are proud of our need-blind admission process and our ability to meet the full demonstrated need of all admitted students who have applied for aid. Through our partnership with QuestBridge, we are committed to helping high-achieving, low-income students attend Boston College.

For current tuition and room and board costs, as well as scholarship and financial aid information, visit bc.edu/afford.

The Boston College Nondiscrimination Notice may be accessed at bc.edu/nondiscrimination.

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