Bowdoin College
Brunswick, ME
9%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 862 |
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| Declined | 8,514 |
| Total Received | 9,376 |
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Founded in 1794, Bowdoin College is a private, coeducational, liberal arts college that is known for its rigorous academic programs and strong sense of community. It is located on a 207-acre campus in Brunswick, Maine—25 miles northeast of Portland.
| Official website | Visit website |
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| Application link | Apply online |
| Public/private | Private |
| Campus enrollment | 1,915 |
| Established in | 1794 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational |
| Religious affiliation | Other |
207‐acre campus in Brunswick (population: 20,619), 25 miles from Portland; 118‐acre coastal studies center on Orr's Island (13 miles); scientific station on Kent Island (New Brunswick, Canada). Air serves Portland; train serves Brunswick; major airport serves Boston (120 miles). School operates transportation around Brunswick, to Portland, and Boston. Bus service to and from campus.
Bowdoin College
255 Maine Street
Brunswick, ME
04011-8448
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| Application fee | $65 |
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| Admissions interview (required or recommended) | Recommended |
| Common application accepted | Yes |
| Application deadline (final deadline) | January 1 |
| School has early decision program | Yes |
| Early decision program application deadline | November 15 |
| SAT/ACT requirements | SAT or ACT Considered if submitted |
9%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 862 |
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| Declined | 8,514 |
| Total Received | 9,376 |
Recommendations
Completion of college-preparatory program
Secondary School Record
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72%
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55%
$50,865
| Tuition | $64,910 |
| Housing | $8,488 |
| Food | $9,202 |
| Additional fees | $1,660 |
| Books & supplies | $840 |
| Total | $85,100 |
| Average Financial Aid | - $50,865 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $34,235 |
Need-based
| Federal | $1,821,487 |
| State | $61,000 |
| Institutional | $41,644,665 |
| Other external | $289,799 |
| Total | $43,816,951 |
Non-need-based
| Federal | |
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| Institutional | $195,370 |
| Other external | $1,769,550 |
| Total | $1,964,920 |
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P: 207 725-3144
F: 207 725-3864
sao@bowdoin.edu
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aerobics, archery, badminton, basketball, broomball, camping, canoeing/kayaking, cheerleading, curling, cycling, dance, dodgeball, equestrian sports, fencing, field hockey, flag football, four square, hiking, ice hockey, lacrosse, martial arts, outdoor expedition skills, Pilates, rock climbing, rowing, rugby, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, soccer (indoor/outdoor), softball, spinning, table tennis, Telemark skiing, tennis, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, water polo, weight lifting, whitewater rafting, yoga
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| Assc. | Bach. | Mast. | Doct. | |
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| English Language and Literature, General |
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| Fine/Studio Arts, General |
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Transfer applicants enrolled
Students are transfer students
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 3.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
| Interview | Recommended of All |
| Standardized test scores | Not Required/Recommended |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
Maximum transferred
16
Minimum transfers must complete
16
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 44 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada China Hong Kong Japan South Korea The United Kingdom |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Host family program Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
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