Boston College

Founded in 1863, Boston College is one of the oldest and most respected private Jesuit colleges in the United States. More commonly referred to as BC, this university is not only home to one of the largest Jesuit communities in the world, but it continually ranks as one of the top 50 academic colleges in the United States. Located in stately Chestnut Hill, BC's main campus is 6 miles from downtown Boston and is a wonderful example of Gothic architecture and sprawling green lawns and quads. Although most students live in campus dorms, a majority of them spill out into the Allston/Brighton area and populate their bars and restaurants. Boston College is also known for their sports team, the BC Eagles, who continually almost win championships and have a large following from the students and fellow Bostonians.