Admissions Overview
The admission process at Bennington College has a 48% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Bennington College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
48%
Selective
Application Volume
2,825
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
16%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Bennington College has a 48% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Bennington College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Bennington College. About 16% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,290 to 1,413. Additionally, about 6% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 32.
SAT Scores
16% of students submitted400
1600
1290 – 1413
200
800
690 – 740
200
800
600 – 673
ACT Scores
6% of students submitted1
36
30 – 32
1
36
29 – 36
1
36
25 – 36
Admission Statistics
2,825 students applied to Bennington. Of those, 48% were accepted (1,357 students). Of these 1,357 accepted students, 216 chose to enroll.
2,825
Total Applicants
1,357
Students Admitted
216
Students Enrolled
48%
Acceptance Rate