Boston College / Financial aid
Paying for Boston College
The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Boston College actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.
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An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Boston College's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.
Average net price by family income
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Boston College cost & aid FAQ
How much does Boston College cost after financial aid?
The average family pays about $35,200 per year at Boston College after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $83,700. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.
What does Boston College cost by family income?
At Boston College, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $15,622 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $47,048 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.
Does Boston College give financial aid to international students?
No need-based aid for international students. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with Boston College's financial aid office.
Does Boston College meet full financial need?
Meets most demonstrated need. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.
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