Chestnut Hill, MA · Boston, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Boston College | Boston University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 16.4% | 11.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $70,702 | $68,102 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $70,702 | $68,102 |
| Average Net Price | $32,519 | $24,420 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 89.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 15,432 | 37,737 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 10 | 10 |
GradFax Analysis
Boston College accepts 16.4% of applicants. Boston University accepts 11.1%. Boston College's tuition is $70,702. Boston University's is $68,102. Boston University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 91% at Boston College, 89% at Boston University.
Bottom Line
After aid, the average student pays $32,519/year at Boston College and $24,420/year at Boston University. Boston University is cheaper for most people.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Boston University. It accepts 11.1% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Boston University, on average. After aid, students pay $24,420/year versus $32,519/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Boston College: 91% of students finish in 6 years. Boston University is at 89%.
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.