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Boston College Admissions 2022

Admission Deadlines: Boston College invites applications for Fall, Spring, and Summer intake. The undergraduate deadline is marked for November 1 and graduate courses at Boston College are done on a rolling basis.
Admisison Requirements: International students are required to submit a minimum of 100 in TOEFL-IBT and Average SAT Score: 1420 and Average ACT Score: 33.
Enrollments: Boston college received 29,382 applications, out of which 26% of students were accepted. The total enrollments at university included 8% of international students.
Program-specific Requirements: For admission to the MBA program, students usually have an average GMAT score of 640 or GRE score of 307. The class size for the MBA program is 75 students and the admit rate is 57.5%.

Highlights

Application Portal	Online
Application Fee	UG: 80 USD PG; vary with course
Mode of payment	Online
Average SAT scores	1397
Exams Accepted	TOEFL/ IELTS/ ACT/ SAT
Average ACT scores	32
Academic Calendar	Semester-based
Intake Session	Fall/spring
Work Experience	Required for graduate programs
Financial Aid	Not available for international students

Boston College Admission Deadlines

Boston College offers 2 early decisions and a regular decision deadline. Applying early can be beneficial for applicants in all cases. If an applicant is admitted via early decision type, he or she has to withdraw applications from other universities and submit an enrolment fee within 10 days of receiving an admission offer. The deadlines for admission are given in the table below:

Type of decision	Application deadline	Notification of decision
Early decision I	November 1	December 15
Early decision II	January 1	February 15
Regular decision	January 1	April 1
Spring	November 1	December 15

Boston College International Student Admissions

Boston College is home to nearly 8% of international students from 115 different countries with a zeal for academic growth. The University has a very stringent admission process and only the best applications from the lot will be selected. International applicants must make sure that they follow all applications instructions carefully.
Application Portal: Common Application
Application Fee: 80 USD
Admission Requirements:

Completed application form.
SAT (CEEB code: 3083) / ACT (code:1788) scores
Boston writing supplement, (400 word-limit).
High school transcript.
School report and counselor recommendation form.
Two teacher evaluations.
Mid-year grade report.
English proficiency test scores.
Initial view interview (it will help the international students with their English proficiency).
Files of visual performance art (for music and art students).

English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

To be eligible for admissions at Boston College, non-U.S. citizens must submit English language proficiency test scores. An international applicant may also submit the Duolingo English test as a supplement to other language proficiency test scores. The minimum score requirements are given in the table below:

Exam	Minimum score required
TOEFL (IBT)	100
IELTS	7.5
Duolingo English Test	125
SAT – EBRW	650
ACT - English	29

English proficiency requirement can be waived in either of the following cases:

The applicant’s native language is English.
The applicant has previously attended U.S. high school or attended school from the majority of native English-speaking countries for no less than 3 years.

US Visa for International Students

International applicants can apply for an F-1 student visa to study in U.S. only after an I-20 is issued by the college. I-20 forms will only be mailed to admitted students when they have verified that they can fully meet the financial obligations outlined in the Certification of Finances. It is recommended to schedule an appointment at the nearest U.S. Embassy as soon as possible. Incoming students cannot have their visas issued more than 120 days before the start date on their I-20 form issued by Boston College. Visa requirements are country-specific; students are required to check the same at embassies or online. Some common requirements to apply for F-1 student visa for all the students are as follows:

Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 or DS-2019 form).
Valid Passport.
Proof of admission to Boston College.
One 2x2 inch photograph.
Visa processing fee receipt – 160 USD.
Evidence of ties to the home country.
Evidence of financial support.
Evidence of proficiency in English during the interview.

Additional documents may be required:

Evidence of academic credentials (such as TOEFL, transcripts from previous schools, etc.).
Proof of SEVIS payment.

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Boston College Undergraduate Admissions

Boston College offers undergraduate courses in various majors and minors in different areas like management, nursing, arts and science, and education and human development. Academic and admission requirements are almost the same for domestic and international students.
Where to Apply: Common Application
Application Fee: 80 USD
Admission Requirements: The documents listed below must be submitted along with the application for undergraduate programs:

Common Application form
High school curriculum with 4 years of 5 main subjects including English, Math, Social Science, Natural Science, and Foreign Language.
SAT or ACT scores
Boston College Writing Supplement (400-word limit)
Official high school transcript.
School report and counselor recommendation form.
Two teacher evaluations (evaluations must be in one of the five main academic subjects. (Social studies, science, math, English, or foreign language).
Mid-year grade report.
Files of visual performance art (for music and art students).
English proficiency test scores to study in USA.

Boston College Graduate Admissions

Boston College offers graduate programs in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, etc. with a variety of choices. Each program may have specific requirements therefore it is best to check the program pages before applying.
Where to Apply: Online Application
Application Fee: Varies with course
Admission Requirements:

Online application for admission
GMAT or GRE scores
Official transcripts from previously attended institutions
English proficiency test scores
Letters of Recommendation
Initial view interview
Statement of purpose

Popular courses at the Boston College and specific entry requirements are given in the table below:

Requirement	MBA	M.A in Theology and Philosophy	M.S in Geology and Geophysics	M.S in Applied Economics	Master of Healthcare Administration
Application fee	100 USD	75 USD	75 USD	60 USD	60 USD
Deadlines	April 19, 2022	Rolling Basis	January 10	April 1	Rolling Basis
Transcripts	Required	Required	Required	Required	Required
GPA	Average GPA of 3.36/4 (85%)	-	-	Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 (83%-86%)	Minimum GPA of 3.0/4 (83%-86%)
GMAT/GRE	Required, average GMAT score of 640 or GRE score of 307	Required, GRE scores	Required, GRE scores	Required, GMAT or GRE scores	Required, GMAT or GRE scores
CV	Required	Not required	Not required	Required	Required
Recommendations	Required (2 letters)	Required (3 letters)	Required (3 letters)	Required (2 letters)	Required (2 letters)
Writing sample	Not required	Required	Required	Not required	Not required
Work experience	Require (2-6 years)	Not required	Not required	Not required	Not required
Essay	Required (1 essay)	Not required	Not required	Not required	Not required
Personal Statement	Not required	Required	Required	Personal statement required	Required
Interview	By invitation	Not required	Not required	By invitation	Required

Any standardized test scores will only be considered official when received directly from the testing agency. The College makes admission decisions on the basis of grades, standardized test score results, participation outside school, appraisals from teacher's and how well the applicant presents himself/ herself through writing. The College is highly selective and securing admissions can be quite difficult given the low rate of acceptance.

FAQs

Ques. How do I check the status of my application at Boston College?

Ans. Once the college receives an application through the common application, the college will contact you via the email address you have provided in your application and send you the login information for the AGORA portal.

Ques. What if I can’t get a visa appointment before classes begin at Boston College?

Ans. In such cases you should try to reserve the earliest date possible and enquire with the U.S. embassy, they may book the emergency appointment until reopening

Ques. Is financial aid provided to international students?

Ans. Boston College is unable to provide financial aid to need-based international students hence they have to make arrangements of the study expenses before admission on their own. The average cost of undergraduate international students is 80,867 USD including tuition, fees, room, and board expenses.

Ques. What if my SAT/ACT or TOEFL test results are delayed due to COVID-19?

Ans. Boston college understands the ongoing concerns about test dates and test centers availability; hence the college has introduced a test-optional policy for first-year applicants for the 2020-21 admissions. Students who are unable to submit standardized test scores will be reviewed based on academic performance, the rigor of coursework, placement in class, personal statements, recommendations, and co-curricular involvement. However, standardized test scores can be used for a holistic review of applications.

Ques. Are early decision options binding?

Ans. Yes, the early option decisions are binding. If the students get admitted they must withdraw their applicants from other colleges. The early decision I applicants must apply by November 1 (they will get a decision by December 15) and early decision II applicants must apply by January 1 (they will get a decision by February 15). However, if applicants want to explore and wait for multiple offers of admission and financial aid, they are advised to apply through regular decision applications.

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Boston College is a top ranking university within the United States. Historically it is a Jesuit Catholic institution but does not require students to be of any religious background. There are many courses of study to pick from and the undergraduate business school is on the top in the country.