Chestnut Hill, MA · Boston, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Boston College | Boston University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 15.7% | 10.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $67,680 | $65,168 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $67,680 | $65,168 |
| Average Net Price | $21,178 | $14,465 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 90.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Boston College accepts 15.7% of applicants. Boston University accepts 10.8%. Boston College's tuition is $67,680. Boston University's is $65,168. Boston University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 91% at Boston College, 90% at Boston University.
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 University. It accepts 10.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Boston University has lower published tuition: $65,168 versus $67,680. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Boston College is at 91%; Boston University is at 90%.
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.