Boston College Application Deadlines: Key Dates for 2026-2027

The Boston College application deadline is November 1 for Early Decision I (ED I) and January 4 for both Early Decision II (ED II) and Regular Decision (RD). Transfer applicants and financial aid filers follow their own calendars, and a missed date on either one can cost you a seat or part of your aid package.

This guide lists every date for the 2026-2027 cycle. The dates that apply to you depends on your application route and your aid needs, so read each section with your own plans in mind.

• When Is the Boston College Application Deadline?
• Boston College Transfer Application Deadline
• Boston College Financial Aid Application Deadline
• Beat Boston College’s Application Deadline with Expert Help
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Takeaways

When Is the Boston College Application Deadline?

Boston College offers three routes for first-year applicants, and each one closes on its own date.

Source: Boston College Office of Undergraduate Admission

These dates apply to first-year applicants entering in the fall. Transfer and financial aid deadlines run on separate schedules, which later sections cover.

Boston College Early Decision Deadlines

Boston College runs two ED rounds. The ED I deadline is November 1, 2026, while ED II closes January 4, 2027. The Common App opens August 1, 2026, so you have three months to finish before ED I closes.

Both rounds are binding. If Boston College admits you, you agree to enroll, and you must pay an Enrollment Confirmation Fee within 10 days of the offer. Since the commitment is firm, ED fits best when Boston College is your clear first choice and you have weighed its aid against what other schools might offer.

If you already filed for RD and want to change course, you can convert your application to ED II by emailing the Office of Undergraduate Admission by January 8.

Boston College Regular Decision Deadline

The Boston College RD deadline is January 4, 2027, the same day ED II closes.

RD is non-binding, so you can apply to any other school in any round. The later date helps if you want to raise your fall grades, retake the SAT or ACT, or keep refining your essays.

A spring option also exists. First-year applicants who prefer a January start can apply by November 1, with no binding commitment. Human-Centered Engineering and Nursing applicants cannot use this route.

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Boston College Transfer Application Deadline

The Boston College transfer application deadline depends on your entry term:

Source: Boston College Transfer Applicants Instructions

Boston College Financial Aid Application Deadline

The Boston College financial aid deadline depends on the application round you choose:

Source: Boston College Office of Student Services

The office lists these as priority filing dates and does not describe a penalty for filing late. If you expect to miss one, contact the Office of Student Services at [email protected] before the date passes.

Boston College requires the FAFSA, the CSS Profile (school code 3083), and signed 2025 federal tax returns for you and your parents. You also need to upload the tax documents through the College Board’s IDOC service.

Beat Boston College’s Application Deadline with Expert Help

Each Boston College application piece takes longer than most students expect. Meeting the deadline with a strong file is easier when someone helps you sequence the work.

AdmissionSight’s Standard College Counseling program matches you with an advisor who works with you from school list to submission. Together, you plan the timeline, develop your essays, and review each part of your application before it goes out, so you still have time to act on feedback.

If you only need help with one piece, our Ad Hoc Consulting offers focused, one-off sessions. Many students book one for a final read of their essays or a check of their activity list before they submit.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What if I miss the Boston College application deadline?

If you miss the ED I deadline, you can still apply through ED II or RD by January 4, 2027. If you miss that date, your next opportunity is the following cycle.

2. Can I apply to other schools if I choose Boston College ED?

Yes, with limits. ED applicants cannot apply to other binding ED programs but can apply to non-restrictive EA programs and to RD at other schools. A rejection from another school’s ED I round also makes you ineligible for Boston College ED I, though you can still apply ED II.

3. Can I request a Boston College application deadline extension?

Boston College handles each request individually. Contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission directly and explain your circumstances. Still, plan to submit before the deadline.

4. When is the Boston College financial aid deadline?

The aid deadline is November 1, 2026 for ED I, January 3, 2027 for ED II, and February 1, 2027 for RD.

5. When is the Boston College transfer application deadline?

The transfer deadline is March 15, 2027 for fall entry and November 1, 2026 for spring entry.

Takeaways

• The Boston College application deadline is November 1, 2026 for ED I and January 4, 2027 for both ED II and RD.
• The transfer deadline is March 15, 2027 for fall entry and November 1, 2026 for spring entry.
• The financial aid deadline is November 1, 2026 for ED I, January 3, 2027 for ED II, and February 1, 2027 for RD.
• With separate dates for admission and aid, working with a college admissions expert can help you stay on track and submit a strong application before every cutoff.