About BC

Education with a heart and soul—and the power to transform

Boston College, the first institution of higher education to operate in the city of Boston, is today among the nation’s foremost universities, a leader in the liberal arts, scientific inquiry, and student formation.

Grounded in the ideals that inspired our Jesuit founders, Boston College urges students to look inward but always to reach out—to develop their minds and talents to the fullest and use them in service to others.

We ask our students to explore the big questions and challenge them to ask: What difference will I make? How will my knowledge serve the world?

BC Basics

Origin

Founded in Boston's South End in 1863.

Colors

Maroon and gold

Motto

"Ever to Excel" from Book Six of The Illiad

Mascot

The Eagle

Spotlight

BC Global

True to our Jesuit, Catholic heritage, Boston College has been committed to international collaboration since our founding in 1863. The Global Engagement Committee will explore new opportunities, challenges, and resources needed for enhancing our international presence.

BC Global Website

Global Engagement Committee

Boston College Traditions

Convocation

“Set the World Aflame”

Freshman Eagles begin their BC journey with the traditional “first flight”—a lantern-led procession down the Higgins stairs to the Conte Forum for an inspiring guest speaker.
Beanpot

Best of Boston

Since 1952, teams from BC, BU, Harvard, and Northeastern have competed for hockey dominance in this legendary two-week tournament.
Red Bandana

Remembering Welles Crowther

Every year, the BC community honors the memory of alumnus and 9/11 hero Welles Remy Crowther ’99 with a 5k “Red Bandana Race” and a dedicated football and lacrosse game.
Arts Festival

Creativity on Campus

Music, theater, dance, poetry—this vibrant community event draws more than 1,000 talented student and faculty performers.
ALC Showdown

Let’s Dance!

BC’s largest annual student dance competition promotes diversity and cultural awareness through dance.
Marathon Monday

A Boston Tradition

Every Patriot’s Day, the BC community cheers on runners in the Boston Marathon, including the BC Campus School team, as they make their way up Commonwealth Avenue.
Superfans

Gold Rush

Superfans wear gold and get loud as they cheer the Eagles to victory.
Student Involvement Fair

Find Your Spot

This annual fair gives incoming students a chance to explore the more than 300 diverse organizations, programs, and offices on campus.
Mass of the Holy Spirit

Blessings for a New Year

A Jesuit tradition dating back to the Middle Ages, the Mass of the Holy Spirit brings the BC community together to mark the opening of the school year.
Christmas Tree Lighting

Celebrating the Holidays

BC kicks off the Christmas season with a tree lighting ceremony featuring festive performances, games, and a chance to take a selfie with Santa.
ALS Awareness Game

Fenway Park Takeover

For one night a year, the BC baseball team plays a home game at Fenway Park to raise money in the fight against ALS.
Commencement

Congrats, Grads!

Graduating students and their families celebrate their academic accomplishments and hear from inspiring speakers at the University Commencement ceremony.

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Education with a heart and soul—and the power to transform

BC Basics

Origin

Colors

Motto

Mascot

Spotlight

BC Global

Boston College Traditions

Convocation

“Set the World Aflame”

Beanpot

Best of Boston

Red Bandana

Remembering Welles Crowther

Arts Festival

Creativity on Campus

ALC Showdown

Let’s Dance!

Marathon Monday

A Boston Tradition

Superfans

Gold Rush

Student Involvement Fair

Find Your Spot

Mass of the Holy Spirit

Blessings for a New Year

Christmas Tree Lighting

Celebrating the Holidays

ALS Awareness Game

Fenway Park Takeover

Commencement

Congrats, Grads!

Boston

About BC

Education with a heart and soul—and the power to transform

BC Basics

Origin

Colors

Motto

Mascot

Spotlight

BC Global

Boston College Traditions

Convocation

Beanpot

Red Bandana

Arts Festival

ALC Showdown

Marathon Monday

Superfans

Student Involvement Fair

Mass of the Holy Spirit

Christmas Tree Lighting

ALS Awareness Game

Commencement

Boston

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