Can you get into Boston College?
Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts
Boston College admits about 16% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1430–1540, ACT composites around 33–34, about a 4.09 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether Boston College is a reach, match, or safety for you.
Boston College admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 16%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1430–1540
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 33–34
- Average GPA
- 4.09
Your chances at Boston College
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How selective Boston College is, at a glance.
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into Boston College?
- Boston College has an acceptance rate of about 16%, which makes it selective based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into Boston College?
- Admitted students at Boston College have an average GPA of about 4.09. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for Boston College?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at Boston College have SAT scores between 1430–1540 and ACT composites between 33–34.
- What are my chances of getting into Boston College?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether Boston College is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.