A number of programs and initiatives听related to Boston College's Jesuit, Catholic mission are directed听by the Provost. These address the need for interdisciplinary research, increasing diversity on campus, and offering a valuable and formative education to students who will use their gifts in the service of others. Below are some initiatives currently highlighted by the Office of the Provost.
Boston College faculty, staff, and students have the unique opportunity to explore generative AI through the lens of Jesuit education, being attentive to the wide-reaching possibilities, while also reflecting on the societal challenges of this transformative technology.
275
international听faculty and research scholars
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1862
enrolled international students
53%
of undergraduate students study abroad (2026-2027)
246
students participated in an international service trip
Jesuit education is rooted in a world view that respects all cultures听 and faith traditions. Boston College strives to ensure that all students, faculty, and staff feel they are valued members of our University community.
Whether you want to explore new avenues or advance your current career, Boston College鈥檚 continuing education programs provide options to extend your educational journey.
“ The 海角社区 Prison Education Program reaffirms a commitment to the liberal arts and the impact they could have on people's lives, it's taking on one of the most pressing and challenging societal issues in mass incarceration, and it involves members of the 海角社区 community with acts of service and empathy toward a group who often remain either disparaged or ignored. ”
Best defined as the guided development of the whole human being, formative education integrates the intellectual, social, ethical, and spiritual development of students so they can discover their purpose and live their lives to the fullest.
