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Boston Architectural College

PrivateHSICity: Large

About Boston Architectural College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

The Boston Architectural College teaches architecture, interior architecture and landscape architecture, and its students work in practices in the city while they study. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and admits every qualified applicant.

Founded

1889

Location

Boston, Massachusetts

Students

813

Institution

Private

Known For

ArchitectureDesignWork-Study

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

N/A

Not reported

Tuition

$27,470

Per year

Avg Net Price

$25,865

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$62,123

10 years after enrollment

Admissions

How competitive is getting in?

Selectivity

Open Admission

Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate

How to Apply

Test Policy

No test needed

Application Fee

$50

Early

N/A

Deadline

Rolling

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

N/A

Graduation rate not reported

Retention

Not reported

4-Year Grad

Not reported

6-Year Grad

Not reported

The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.

Teaching Quality

3:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

11.2%

$/Student

$6.3K

Class Size

Small

Tuition & Costs

What will you actually pay?

Tuition & Fees

$27,470

Annual Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

No on-campus housing

Books & Supplies

$1,200

Total Cost of Attendance

$40,343

After Financial Aid

$25,865

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$24,056

Receive Grants

28.8%

Take Loans

44.8%

Tuition is $27,470/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $25,865.

Financial Aid

Who gets aid and what happens after

Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Boston Architectural College fund their education.

While in School

28.8%

Get Grants

Free money

44.8%

Take Loans

Must repay

$24,033

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$37,250

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$395/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The $37,250 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $62K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Boston Architectural College.

Gender

61.4%

Female

/

39%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

35.4%
24.3%
16.8%
7.5%
7.5%
3.2%
White
Hispanic
International
Asian
Black
Multiracial

Enrollment

280

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

533

Graduates

N/A

First-Gen

24 yrs

Avg Age

52.3%

Age 25+

Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 16.8% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.

Campus Life

What it's like to be a student here

Campus Setting

RuralCity
City: Large

City: Large

Campus Quick Facts

280

Students

private

Institution

Small

Campus Size

Special Focus

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

No

AP Credit

Yes

Teacher Cert

No

ROTC

No

Evening College

No

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Career Counseling

Yes

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Boston Architectural Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$62,123

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$59K
6yr
$41K
8yr
$62K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 3

Architecture

$55K

16 grads

1yr Earnings

Interior Architecture

5 grads

Landscape Architecture

2 grads

Earnings grow steadily here: $59K at six years, $41K at eight, and $62K by ten. Well above average at every stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boston Architectural College

How much does Boston Architectural College cost?
Tuition at Boston Architectural College is $27,470 for in-state students and $27,470 for out-of-state students. Tuition is $27,470/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $25,865.
How much do Boston Architectural College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Boston Architectural College graduates is $62,123 ten years after enrollment. Earnings grow steadily here: $59K at six years, $41K at eight, and $62K by ten. Well above average at every stage.

Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.