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Boston College

United Kingdom

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: boston.ac.uk

Overview

Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public
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Boston College is a further and higher education college based in Boston, Lincolnshire.

Alongside further education and apprenticeship provision, the college delivers higher education programmes spanning film and television, leadership and management, public services, education studies, operations engineering, and children and young people's development, including early years, special educational needs and teaching assistant pathways. Boston College also operates public-facing training facilities, including a restaurant and hospitality academy, giving students practical, real-world experience.

It serves as a principal provider of higher-level technical and vocational education across South Lincolnshire.

Location & Contact

Below are Boston College's address, location, and primary contact channels.

Academic Details

Boston College's key academic numbers — student body size, staffing, and accreditation context.

Total Students: 181

Programs Offered

Every programme Boston College currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable.

13 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 3 programmes

Certificate 1 programme

Foundation 3 programmes

Higher Diploma 6 programmes

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Funding routes available to students in the United Kingdom are listed below.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Boston College

A five-step path through the application process at Boston College.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Boston College's catalogue includes 13 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Boston College's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    For undergraduate study, apply centrally through UCAS (ucas.com), listing Boston College as one of your choices. For postgraduate study, apply directly through Boston College's own admissions portal at www.boston.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Boston College

Quick answers to common questions about Boston College.

In which city is Boston College?

Boston College is based in Boston, United Kingdom.

Is Boston College a public or private institution?

It is a public higher-education institution.

How many students study at Boston College?

Boston College has approximately 181 students.

What is Boston College's official website?

The institution's website is www.boston.ac.uk.

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