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Side-by-side admissions data for Tufts University and Boston College. See which school matches your profile.
| Metric | Tufts | BC |
|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 9.5% | 15.5% |
| SAT Range (25th-75th) | 1430–1540 | 1410–1520 |
| Average GPA | 4.00 | 3.92 |
| Undergrad Enrollment | 6,680 | 9,530 |
| Type | Private | Private |
| Location | Medford, MA | Chestnut Hill, MA |
| Founded | 1852 | 1863 |
| Test Policy | Test-Optional | Test-Optional |
| Need-Blind | Yes | Yes |
| Meets Full Need | Yes | Yes |
Which is right for you?
Tufts and BC weight admissions factors differently. Understanding these differences helps you decide which school better fits your strengths.
Awards & honorsTufts values this more
Tufts: ImportantBC: Considered
Activity depthTufts values this more
Tufts: Very importantBC: Important
Application essaysTufts values this more
Tufts: Very importantBC: Important
RecommendationsTufts values this more
Tufts: Very importantBC: Important
Tufts
International relations powerhouse with Fletcher and a strong pre-med track.
Full profile BC
Jesuit university combining strong academics with Division I athletics.
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