Admissions Overview
The admission process at Bennington College has a 45% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Bennington College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
45%
Selective
Application Volume
2,801
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
17%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Bennington College has a 45% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
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 12% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,260 to 1,370. Additionally, about 5% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 29 to 33.
SAT Scores
12% of students submitted400
1600
1260 – 1370
200
800
660 – 700
200
800
600 – 670
ACT Scores
5% of students submitted1
36
29 – 33
Admission Statistics
2,801 students applied to Bennington. Of those, 45% were accepted (1,269 students). Of these 1,269 accepted students, 220 chose to enroll.
2,801
Total Applicants
1,269
Students Admitted
220
Students Enrolled
45%
Acceptance Rate