Boston College High School

Boston College High School, known as BC High, is a private Jesuit, Catholic school for boys in grades 6 through 12. Its program is built on cura personalis, the Jesuit idea of care for the whole person, and aims to develop each student’s head, heart and hands. The school pairs a rigorous academic curriculum with contemporary learning models, asking students to think critically and engage deeply while building faith, a commitment to service and lifelong friendships.

Student life is organized around a house system, which fosters a close-knit, supportive environment where every student is known, valued and cared for. School counseling and college counseling services guide students through their academic years and toward post-secondary plans. The school’s Centers of Human Excellence and its focus on health and wellness give students room to explore their passions and build resilience, reflecting values the school names as grace, kindness and integrity.

What to Know

• BC High was founded in 1863, alongside Boston College.
• The campus is in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston.
• The school describes itself as committed to doing justice.
• Families can plan a visit to the school.