Boston College High School, animated by Jesuit principles, takes a holistic view of education, to include nurturing the spiritual, physical, intellectual, and artistic gifts each student brings to campus. The rigorous curriculum, community service and campus ministry programs as well as co-curricular and athletic offerings focus on educating young men of competence, conscience, and compassion. BC High accomplishes this development by creating a sense of community and demonstrating personal care and concern for individuals. In so doing, the school graduates leaders who are committed to serving God and others through a profound sense of justice rooted in faith; leaders who are "men for others."

As a college preparatory school, BC High offers a broad array of courses designed to give students a solid foundation for lifelong learning. The four-year curriculum is fortified by both Honors and Advanced Placement Courses and tailored to instill intellectual curiosity and a keen world view consistent with the Jesuit tradition. Co-curricular activities and athletics provide a significant venue for students to pursue their own interests outside of the classroom. The development of one’s talents in the arts, on the court or field, or simply sharing knowledge or interests with others is an important part of the high school experience. Through participation in activities and athletics, students have the opportunity to form meaningful and lasting friendships and to further their journey of becoming young men who reflect the goals expressed in the "Graduate at Graduation." Complementing our curriculum, dynamic Campus Ministry and Community Service programs and a supportive and comprehensive counseling program afford a student several venues through which he gets to know himself and his faith at a deeper level. The life of our school gives witness to the Ignatian vision of excellence in education and a community committed to respect, justice, and freedom.