Chestnut Hill, MA · Cambridge, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Boston College | Harvard University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 16.4% | 3.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $70,702 | $61,676 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $70,702 | $61,676 |
| Average Net Price | $32,519 | $17,525 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 98.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 15,432 | 30,259 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 10 | 7 |
GradFax Analysis
Boston College accepts 16.4% of applicants. Harvard University accepts 3.6%. Boston College's tuition is $70,702. Harvard University's is $61,676. Harvard University is cheaper. Boston College graduates 91% of students in 6 years. Harvard University graduates 98%.
Bottom Line
After aid, the average student pays $32,519/year at Boston College and $17,525/year at Harvard University. Harvard University is cheaper for most people.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Harvard University. It accepts 3.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Harvard University, on average. After aid, students pay $17,525/year versus $32,519/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Harvard University: 98% 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.