Tuition Payment, Refund, and Withdrawal
Boston College does not offer financial aid for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E participants. Payment for the Two-Week Non-Credit Programs is due in full within two weeks of receiving the decision and serves as confirmation of attendance.Ìý
ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Non-Credit Courses Tuition Payment
Confirming Acceptance and Paying Tuition for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Non-Credit Courses
Payment for the Two-Week Non-Credit Program is due in full within two weeks of acceptance notification and it serves as confirmation of attendance. Confirmation of acceptance can be made in the student portal. Failure to confirm acceptance within the two-week deadline will result in a student losing their spot in their chosen course(s).
Final Payment Due Dates:
Session 1: Tuition must be paid in full by Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Session 2: Tuition must be paid in full by Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Session 3: Tuition must be paid in full by Monday, May 5, 2026.
Final Program Forms Due Dates:
Session 1: Tuition must be paid in full by Monday, June 8, 2026.
Session 2: Tuition must be paid in full by Monday, June 15, 2026.
Session 3: Tuition must be paid in full by Monday, June 22, 2026.
Residential Program Fee includesÌýtuition and fees, on-campus meal plan (non refundable if not used), suite-style accommodations in residence hall, health services fee, some extracurricular activities. Transportation (i.e., bus and MBTA fare) is provided for students for mandatory academic activities planned by the program. Transportation for non-academic social activities is not included in the program fee nor are off-campus meals.
Commuter Program fee includesÌýTuition and fees health services fee, some extracurricular activities. Transportation (i.e., bus and MBTA fare) is provided for students for mandatory academic activities planned by the program. Transportation for non-academic social activities is not included in the program fee nor are off-campus meals.Meal plans are not included however, commuter students are welcome to join residential students in the dining facilities at their own expense. Only residential students are allowed in the residence halls.
Online Non-Credit fee includesÌýtuition, most materials, technology fees and access to any virtual ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E events.Ìý
How to Pay
Payment by Credit Card
The registration portal accepts all major credit cards.
Payment by Wire Transfer
Only international students may pay by wire transfer. Please contact the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E office at bce@bc.edu for instructions.Ìý
Payment by Check
Payments can be made by check. Once your check is received and processed, your balance will update in the student portal. Checks MUST be made out to Boston College. Please include your student’s name in the memo section. Checks can be mailed to:
Boston CollegeÌý
Attn: Boston College Experience
St. Mary’s Hall South
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA 02140
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Refund Policy for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Non-Credit Courses
In the event that a student must withdraw from their enrolled course, our refund policy is as follows.
- 100% through May 26, 2026
- 50% May 27-June 12, 2026
- No refunds after June 13, 2026
Requesting a RefundÌýfor ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Two-Week Non-Credit Program
Refund requests must be sent to bce@bc.edu. In the subject line please add: ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Refund Request. All requests will be processed based on the timestamp receipt. See Refund Policy for full and partial refund dates.
Withdrawal
Withdrawal Due to Visa Delays or DenialsÌý
Students assume all responsibility regarding the visa process and entry into the United States; it is important to research the amount of time required for a tourist visa. Any delay or denial that results in the inability to participate in the program is not a recognized reason for a refund. Boston College cannot guarantee success in the visa process; international students assume all responsibility regarding the visa process.
Withdrawal Due to Disciplinary Removal for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Two-Credit Non-Credit Program
There are no refunds of tuition or program fees charged or payments made, in cases where students are administratively withdrawn from the program for violations of academic or student conduct policies.Ìý
Withdrawal Due to Non-Participation for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Two-Week Non-Credit Program
There are no refunds of tuition or program fees charged or payments made in cases where a student fails to participate in the residential check-out process, fails to check-in, attend courses in part or whole.Ìý
Program Modification
Program Modification for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Two-Week Non-Credit Program
By registering for a ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E program and confirming attendance through payment, you agree that Boston College reserves the right, in its discretion, to modify its educational courses, extracurricular and other programs at any time, including, providing them remotely. If a program is modified from in-person to remote, the price difference will be refunded. Tuition and mandatory fees will not be refunded in that event.Ìý
Cancellation
Cancellation of Course for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Two-Week Non-Credit Program
If for any reason Boston College cancels a course students will receive a full refund. If a) it was paid, b) the canceled course was the only course for which the student was registered for and c) the student decides not to replace the canceled course with another course. No notification of withdrawal is required if a course is canceled by Boston College.
Registering and Paying Tuition for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Honors Six-Week Program
Once a student is admitted they will have two weeks to confirm their acceptance in the student portal. Failure to register within the two-week deadline will result in a student losing their spot in their chosen course(s).
A $1000 non-refundable deposit towards tuition at the time of registration but families are welcome to pay any amount over $2500 at the time. The deposit will be credited toward the overall tuition. Students and families will be able to access their registration portal 24/7 to pay tuition in as many or as few installments as they want up until the deadline for tuition to be paid in full.Ìý
Final Payment Due Date for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Honors Six-Week CourseÌý
ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Honors courses will follow the billing schedule for summer undergraduate courses.
Refund Policy for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Honors Six-Week CoursesÌý
ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Honors courses will follow the refund and withdrawal guidelines for the summer undergraduate courses.
529 Plans
Please consult with your tax advisor to find out whether a 529 Plan can be used for the Two-Week Non-Credit Program or the Honors Six-Week Credit Program.
IRS1098-T
Only students in the Honors Six-Week Credit Program will receive a 1098-T. 1098 forms are mailed annually by January 31st. Boston College cannot provide you with tax advice. Please refer any questions to your tax advisor.
Boston College Tuition Remission/Child Benefit
The ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Two-Week Non-Credit Program and Honors Six-Week Credit Program are not eligible for employee tuition remission or any vouchers issued by the Office of Governmental & Community Affairs.
Childcare Tax Credit
The ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½E Two-Week Non-Credit Program and Honors Six-Week Credit Program are not eligible for the childcare tax credit. Both programs are academic programs and are not childcare programs.
Boston College reserves the right to change any provision of this program at any time. The college specifically reserves the right to change its tuition rates and any other financial charges at any time. The college also reserves the right to rearrange its courses and class hours, to cancel courses for which registration falls below the minimum enrollment, and to change instructor assignments at any time.
