Boston College's Chestnut Hill campus is anchored by the Gothic Gasson Hall, completed in 1913 to mark the university's move here, with first-year students housed on the Newton Campus - once an entirely separate women's college before BC acquired it in 1974 - in halls including Duchesne, Hardey, and Cushing.
Enrollment
15,234
Total Students
Freshman Class
2,414
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Aug 27, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
14%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
First-year students check in at a centralized location on each campus - Cheverus Hall for Chestnut Hill, or Hardey-Cushing Hall for Newton - rather than going directly to their assigned residence hall. Students must sign up for a specific move-in time slot in advance. The Welcome Wagon program, with over 400 student volunteers each year, helps first-year students move in and can waive up to two nights of the early arrival fee ($90/night) for approved early movers.
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time - your exact move-in date is shown above in the Overview.
Move-in day logistics
- Arrival window
- First-year move-in is Thursday, August 27, 2026, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sign up for a specific move-in appointment in advance - arriving outside your appointment time may mean waiting until the next available slot.
- Check-in location
- Check in at your campus's centralized location rather than going directly to your residence hall: Cheverus Hall for Chestnut Hill, or Hardey-Cushing Hall for Newton.
- Parking
- Follow the directions provided with your move-in appointment for where to park and unload at your specific campus.
- What you'll receive
- Welcome Wagon volunteers - over 400 students each year - are on hand to help first-year students carry belongings in.
- Vehicle restrictions
- Early arrival requires advance approval and a $90/night fee, though approved Welcome Wagon volunteers can waive up to two nights.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned move-in window - arriving early may mean waiting until your time slot.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck - campus carts can run out quickly during busy move-in periods.
- Have a parking backup plan - spaces near residence halls can fill up quickly, so know where you can unload if your preferred area is full.
- Watch the loading-zone time limit - many campuses require you to move your vehicle to longer-term parking after unloading.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
Duchesne Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year only - Photo coming soon
Hardey House
Traditional · Coed
First-year only - Photo coming soon
Cushing Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year only
Housing Links
Each available link goes directly to Boston College's own specific page, not just its general homepage.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
August 27 - August 29, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$18,284
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
- Wegmans1.1 miles
- CVS Pharmacy2.2 miles
- Target3.7 miles
- Walgreens3.9 miles
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Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Boston College.
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