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Enrollment Deposit

How much is BOWDOIN's enrollment deposit?

Bowdoin College requires a deposit of $300 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

61.00%

Bowdoin College is in the top 61.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

50.00%

Bowdoin College is in the top 50.00% of colleges in the state of Maine for deposit cost. 12.50% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

53.80%

Bowdoin College is in the top 53.80% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Bowdoin College educates a diverse community of 1,915 students, with 1,915 pursuing undergraduate degrees and engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

1,915


Total Undergraduates

1,915


Full-Time vs Part-Time

100% Full-Time

0% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Bowdoin College has a 9% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Bowdoin College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1520 and the average ACT score is 34.


Acceptance Rate

9%


Application Fee

$65

How Do I Apply to Bowdoin College?

You can apply to Bowdoin College by going to the official application page and paying the $65 application fee.


SAT

Students submitting SAT

36%

Total Score

400

1600

14601560

Reading and Writing

200

800

720770

Math

200

800

740790

ACT

Students submitting ACT

21%

Composite Score

0

36

3335

English

0

36

3436

Math

0

36

3134

Location

Located in Brunswick, ME, Bowdoin College offers students a town experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban areas while maintaining a community atmosphere.


City

Brunswick


County

Cumberland County


State

Maine


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Fringe

About

Bowdoin College features a student-focused approach with a 9 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

9 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Bowdoin College makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $22,776 with 53% of students receiving financial assistance including 16% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$22,776


Received Aid

53%


Pell Recipients

16%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $64,910

Out-of-State: $64,910

Demographics

The Bowdoin College student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 9% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
926 (48%)
Women
989 (52%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
30 (2%)
18-19
878 (46%)
20-21
818 (43%)
22-24
179 (9%)
Over 25
10 (1%)

Outcomes

Bowdoin College prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 95% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

95%

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