Bowdoin College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$22,776
Average Net Price
53%
Receive Aid
16%
Pell Recipients
Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Bowdoin College is $22,776 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$22,776

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$2,706
$30,001-48,000$5,760
$48,001-75,000$10,068
$75,001-110,000$19,525
$110,000+$38,863

Financial Aid

Bowdoin College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 53% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 16% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

53%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

16%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $64,910 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $64,910. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $67,310, which is 14% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $64,910

Out-of-State: $64,910

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$64,910
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,110

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$64,910
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$79,610

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$64,910
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,110

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$64,910
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,110

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$64,910
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$68,610

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$64,910
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$69,110

Cost Analysis

Analyze how BOWDOIN's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Bowdoin College has decreased costs by $3,951, representing a 14.8% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$26,727

Current Year

$22,776

Change

$-3,951

Affordability & Value

Bowdoin College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid53%
Pell grant recipients16%
Student-faculty ratio9:1