OpenFieldBoston College Gabelli Presidential Undergraduate Scholarship
The most prestigious undergraduate merit scholarship at Boston College, awarded to approximately 15 incoming freshmen demonstrating exceptional leadership and academic brilliance.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Top 1-2% of graduating high school class with exceptionally rigorous curriculum
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.5 or TOEFL 100
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- SAT/ACT optional
- Thesis / Research statement
- Common Application, Boston College writing supplement, and Presidential Scholarship nomination
- Recommendation letters
- 2 teacher recommendations and 1 counselor report
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full tuition scholarship and fully funded summer immersion programs across all four undergraduate years
- Application fee
- $80
- Tuition / joining costs
- $66,500/year (100% covered for Gabelli Scholars)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- November 1, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Boston College documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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