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Boston College has been named one of The Princeton Review’s 100 “Best Value Colleges” for 2011. The list, prepared in partnership with USA Today, includes 50 public and 50 private colleges and universities, culled from about 700 surveyed nationwide.
”No matter where you fall on the Red Sox/Yankee divide, Boston remains one of the finest college towns in the United States, home to some of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning around. Boston College shoulders this pedigree effortlessly,” according to the citation.
The citation noted the University’s robust and Jesuit-inspired academic program, proximity to Boston, excellent career services, emphasis on real-world opportunities and “renowned network” of more than 150,000 alumni, who provide a valuable resource for students.
“The rate of return on a Boston College education speaks for itself,” the citation reads. “Virtually all (about 97 percent) of students graduate within four years. Approximately 60 percent are employed six months after graduation and 25 percent enrolled in graduate or professional school.”
The “best value” designation is based on criteria including academics, cost of attendance and financial aid. The methodology examined more than 30 factors using data from the company’s surveys of students and administrators. The full citation is available via USA Today. (scroll down to click the money jar photo on the left, then search for Boston College by state) or via the list on the Princeton Review site (free registration required).