Amherst, MA · Chestnut Hill, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Amherst College | Boston College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 9.8% | 15.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $67,280 | $67,680 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $67,280 | $67,680 |
| Average Net Price | $3,521 | $21,178 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 91.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Amherst College accepts 9.8% of applicants. Boston College accepts 15.7%. Tuition is close: $67,280 at Amherst College, $67,680 at Boston College. Six-year graduation rates are close: 93% at Amherst College, 91% at Boston College.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Amherst College. It accepts 9.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Amherst College has lower published tuition: $67,280 versus $67,680. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Amherst College: 93% of students finish in 6 years. Boston College is at 91%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.