boston college parents portal

What is the Boston College Portal?

BC Portal - My Services (Agora) Description. The Portal is a central place where a wide variety of information and services from multiple sources are accessible. The information available in the Agora Portal is based on your role(s) (e.g., faculty, staff, or student) at Boston College.

What does the billing and student accounts do at Boston College?

Billing & Student Accounts The Billing & Student Accounts team is responsible for the day-to-day operation of student account receivables. In line with Boston College's Jesuit ideals, Billing & Student Accounts is committed to serving students and their families with courtesy and compassion in ensuring payment of University-owed debt.

How do I contact the Boston College technology and information resources?

Call the Help Center at 617-552-HELP (4357). Access to the Boston College technological and information resources is a privilege available only to authorized individuals. This privilege requires that all users be responsible for the protection of University resources and that all use be in accordance with the Boston College Technology Use Agreement

Does Boston College send bills to my home address?

No paper bills are mailed to the student's home address. Students will be notified at their Boston College e-mail address whenever an online bill is generated. If students prefer to use another e-mail account, they will need to forward their Boston College e-mail account using Gmail's forwarding service.

Career Outcomes

of the Class of 2020 are employed, in graduate school, or engaged in service or a fellowship

Events

Classes begin for Spring Full and Spring 1 courses | Drop/Add period ...

News

Boston College President William P. Leahy, S.J., outlines plans for this year's Commencement Exercises.

Resources for Parents

Find information regarding campus visits, academic calendars, University news and events, residential life, and much more.

Family Weekend

Each year, more than 2,000 families attend Family Weekend, visiting with their Eagles and getting an inside look at the unique BC experience.

Parents Leadership Council

More than 400 families serve on the Parents Leadership Council (PLC), which provides unique opportunities for parents to engage with University leadership and meet other families who share a love for BC.

Who We Are

Since our founding in 1839, Boston University has opened its doors to all students regardless of religion, gender, race, or place of origin. We are proud of our community of over 16,000 undergraduates from every state in the US and nearly 100 countries who enrich campus life.

What we teach

Our faculty are leaders from every field—creative giants, computer whizzes, business titans—who work at the cutting edge of research and knowledge. We educate our students to become entrepreneurs and archaeologists. We develop filmmakers and mechanical engineers. We nurture poets and environmentalists.

The Association of American Universities

President Robert A. Brown and Provost Jean Morrison discuss BU’s invitation to join the Association of American Universities AAU —a prestigious association of top research universities in the United States and Canada.

Next Steps for Parents

The 2022/2023 BU Academic Calendar is also available to help you plan holidays and vacation schedules for next year.

What is the phone number for student services?

Students wishing to schedule an appointment with their Financial Aid Officer, Credit and Collections staff, or Academic Recorder must call for a phone appointment at 800-294-0294 or 617-552-3300.

How much down payment is required for Woods College?

All graduate and Woods College of Advancing Studies students who wish to use the Boston College Payment Plan (BCPP) are required to make a minimum down payment of 25% of the semester charges. A 3% participation fee will be assessed on the remaining balance.

Does Boston College require a W-9?

Boston College is required to report this information to the IRS, along with your Social Security Number or Tax Identification Number. If you have not already provided this information on your admissions or student employment application, please complete and submit IRS Form W-9S (PDF) to the Office of Student Services.

Does Boston College forward e-mail?

Students will be notified at their Boston College e-mail address whenever an online bill is generated. If students prefer to use another e-mail account, they will need to forward their Boston College e-mail account using Gmail's forwarding service.