| Teams | 6 |
|---|---|
| Finals site | |
| Champions | Boston University Terriers (3rd title) |
| Runner-up | Boston College Eagles (3rd title game) |
| Semifinalists |
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| Winning coach | Jack Parker (1st title) |
| MOP | Jack O'Callahan (Boston University) |
| Attendance | 32,573 |
The 1978 NCAA Division I men's ice hockey tournament was the culmination of the 1977–78 NCAA Division I men's ice hockey season, the 31st such tournament in NCAA history. It was held between March 18 and 25, 1978, and concluded with Boston University defeating Boston College 5–3. The first-round games were held at the home team venue while all succeeding games were played at the Providence Civic Center in Providence, Rhode Island.