Chestnut Hill, MA · Boston, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Boston College | Northeastern University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 16.4% | 5.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $70,702 | $66,162 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $70,702 | $66,162 |
| Average Net Price | $32,519 | $34,207 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 91.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 15,432 | 32,553 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 10 | 16 |
GradFax Analysis
Boston College accepts 16.4% of applicants. Northeastern University accepts 5.2%. Boston College's tuition is $70,702. Northeastern University's is $66,162. Northeastern University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 91% at Boston College, 91% at Northeastern 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
Northeastern University. It accepts 5.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Boston College, on average. After aid, students pay $32,519/year versus $34,207/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Boston College is at 91%; Northeastern University 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.