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Bowdoin College

Brunswick, ME

Private

4 Year

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Bowdoin College, nestled in the charming town of Brunswick, Maine, offers a unique blend of academic excellence and natural beauty. Renowned for its rigorous liberal arts curriculum, Bowdoin fosters an intimate and collaborative learning environment.
1,850
Students
8%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
1,850
Classification
4 Year
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
None
At Bowdoin, students find themselves immersed in a close-knit community where intellectual curiosity and personal growth are equally cherished. The campus, with its historic architecture and modern facilities, serves as a dynamic backdrop for a broad range of academic pursuits, from the sciences and humanities to interdisciplinary studies. Beyond the classroom, Bowdoin emphasizes social responsibility and global citizenship, with numerous opportunities for community engagement and international experiences. The college's commitment to sustainability and the environment is reflected in its extensive green initiatives and stunning natural surroundings, including the nearby Maine coastline. This harmony of academics, community, and environment makes Bowdoin College a distinctive place for shaping future leaders and thinkers.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Bowdoin College?

8% acceptance rate
Most Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1423
Testing
Test Required
Average High School GPA
Unknown
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
January 6
Early Decision / Early Action?
Yes

The most important factors Bowdoin College considers when admitting students are:

  • Academic GPA
  • Application Essay
  • Character/Personal Qualities

Financials

See what it costs to attend Bowdoin College.

$ 85,100
Overall list price
$ 22,776
Average net price
$ 85,100
Merit Price™
Very Stingy
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Bowdoin College?

Town
Campus Setting
Democrat
State vote for president
Limited
Greek participation
Weather
Sunny days
Average

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Bowdoin College.

9:1
Student to faculty ratio
82%
4-year grad rate
96%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Bowdoin are:

  • Political Science and Government, General
  • Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
  • Computer Science

Demographics

Who attends Bowdoin College?

50
States represented
53
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
1,850
Women
52%
Men
48%

Housing

What's it like living at Bowdoin College?

$17,690
Room & Board
1
Housing units / student
94
%
Students on campus

FAQs

How much does Bowdoin College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $85,100 to attend Bowdoin.

How many people attend Bowdoin College?

1,850 people attend Bowdoin. 1,850 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Bowdoin College located?

Bowdoin College is located in Brunswick, Maine. It is in a Town environment.

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