Wellesley, MA · Chestnut Hill, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Babson College | Boston College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 17.1% | 16.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $57,152 | $70,702 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $57,152 | $70,702 |
| Average Net Price | $32,019 | $32,519 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 91.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 3,932 | 15,432 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 15 | 10 |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Babson College accepts 17.1% of applicants; Boston College accepts 16.4%. Babson College's tuition is $57,152. Boston College's is $70,702. Babson College is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 93% at Babson 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
Boston College. It accepts 16.4% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Babson College, on average. After aid, students pay $32,019/year versus $32,519/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Babson 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.