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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Alpine skiing, crew, curling, cycling, equestrian sports, fencing, ice hockey, lacrosse, rugby, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, water polo
Alpine skiing, crew, curling, cycling, equestrian sports, fencing, lacrosse, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, water polo
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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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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