Boston College application deadlines, 2026-27
Boston College offers 3 application rounds for students entering in fall 2027: Early Decision (due November 1), Early Decision II (due January 4), Regular Decision (due January 4). Early Decision is binding: if admitted, you commit to enroll.
Every 2026-27 date
Every date from the school's own page. Your applicant portal is the final word.
| Round | Apply by | Decisions |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision (binding) | November 1, 2026 | By December 15, 2026 |
| Early Decision II (binding) | January 4, 2027 | By February 15, 2027 |
| Regular Decision | January 4, 2027 | By April 1, 2027 |
Source: Boston College admissions, read October 24, 2026. Schools occasionally move dates; check your portal before you submit.
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Questions
The earliest 2026-27 deadline is Early Decision on November 1, 2026. Regular Decision applications are due January 4, 2027. Dates were read from Boston College's own admissions page on October 24, 2026; confirm in your applicant portal.
Early Decision: by December 15, 2026. Early Decision II: by February 15, 2027. Regular Decision: by April 1, 2027.
Yes. Early Decision is a binding commitment: if Boston College admits you, you withdraw your other applications and enroll. Apply ED only to a school you would choose over every other, and only if the financial aid offer is likely to work for your family.
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