Facts & Figures
The Woods College of Advancing Studies provides flexible, academically rigorous, ethics-focused undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs for non-traditional students. In keeping with the Jesuit educational tradition of Boston College, the Woods College seeks to prepare students for citizenship, service, and leadership in a global society.
Our Programs
Our Community
16%
International students
39%
First-generation undergraduate students
*Academic Year 2024
8,025
Woods College Alumni
69% Woods Undergraduate Alumni
31% Woods Graduate Alumni
Total Boston College Alumni: 209,868
Our Students and Faculty, Academic Year 2024
490
Undergraduate students
780
Graduate students
209
Faculty members
Tuition
$630
Undergraduate tuition per credit (AY 2024–2025)
For the full cost of attendance, please visit the WCAS Undergraduate Cost of Attendance page.
$1,124–$1,452
Graduate tuition per credit (AY 2024–2025)
For the full cost of attendance, please visit the Graduate and Law Cost of Attendance page.
Top 10 Industries of Our Alumni
Education
Health Services
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Higher Education
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Computer/Technology
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