Rankings
How every major ranking places Boston College. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education & teaching | 19 | $45,792 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 18 | $53,952 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 7 | $46,848 | See → |
| Psychology | 5 | $45,792 | See → |
| Business & management | 4 | $37,680 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 3 | $53,952 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 2 | $37,680 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 2 | $45,816 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 2 | $75,280 | See → |
| Social sciences | 2 | $52,032 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 1 | $53,952 | See → |
Costs and entry
9 courses mention scholarships. 27 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Boston College
The job market for Boston College's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Boston College cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $45,792 a year; half of Boston College's postgraduate courses with a published fee cost between $45,792 and $53,952. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: law, politics & governance courses are typically $75,280, business & management $37,680.
How is Boston College ranked?
Boston College is ranked #526 by QS (2026) and #251–300 by Times Higher Education (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Nursing (#51) and Philosophy (#51).
What IELTS score does Boston College need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (5 of the 7 that list it) ask for IELTS 7.5 overall.
How many postgraduate courses does Boston College offer?
65 postgraduate courses across 11 fields; the largest are education & teaching (19), humanities & languages (18) and public health & allied health (7).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from Boston College's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, QS subject rankings 2025.