The student-faculty ratio is 9:1.
The graduation rate of the university is 94%.
College accreditation - The college is regionally accredited and recognized by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.
The total student population of the university is 1,806 (Maine campus).
10%
Acceptance Rate
$43,239
Avg.Financial Aid
002038
FAFSA Code
Type Control of Institution - Public/Private
Private, Not-For-Profit
Acceptance Rate:
N/A
Level
4 Years
Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.
Not applicable
Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.
CIHE
Website
www.bowdoin.edu/Student Population Number of Students attending College
1,828
On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?
Yes
Bowdoin College is a private not-for-profit, liberal arts institution that was established in the year 1794 and is located in Brunswick, Maine. The Bowdoin is one of the oldest traditions school in the surrounding regions. In the 1820s, the college became an independent state college. Bowdoin College campuses are all across the US and have grown big from past few years.
The liberal arts education in Bowdoin encourages going behind the truth, meaning, and beauty. The college is committed to providing the best quality education for all their students and provides them with opportunities to achieve their goals. Over the years, the college built many new buildings, introduced new programs and more to cater to their growing students from all parts of the world.
The student-faculty ratio is 9:1.
The graduation rate of the university is 94%.
College accreditation - The college is regionally accredited and recognized by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.
The total student population of the university is 1,806 (Maine campus).
Students reviews on the college are as follows
Students say that the college is welcoming and fellow students are very helpful. Professors are extremely helping and are always available to help their students. Bowdoin is the perfect place to learn and grow with many other passionate individuals.
The college provides numerous opportunities for their students to help them identify and reach their goals. Bowdoin College dorms are very well maintained by the college as most of the student live on campus.
Some of the rankings given to the college are given below
Rankings by US News
The college is ranked 4th in 'High School Counselor Rankings'.
The college is ranked 5th in 'National Liberal Arts College'.
The college is ranked 6th in 'Best Undergraduate Teaching'.
Bowdoin is ranked 3rd in 'Liberal Arts Universities' by Forbes.
Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
1st Jan
Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.
10%
SAT Range
N/A
SAT/ACT
Required
ACT Range
N/A
High School GPA
Recommended
Application Fee
$65
Accept Common App
Yes
Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.
$24,831
Average Annual Cost
$53,418
Additional Costs:
Books And Supplies
$70,710
Other Fees
$504
Room And Board The charges for an academic year for Rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.
$14,698
Budget For Other Expenses
$1,250
Total One Year Cost
$70,710
Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.
Bachelor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
9:1
Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.
98%
Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$1,299
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Most Popular Majors:
Political Science and Government
94 Graduates
Economics
66 Graduates
Area Studies
51 Graduates
Mathematics
40 Graduates
Biology, General
35 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
31 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
28 Graduates
Sociology
28 Graduates
Biology, General
35 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
31 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
28 Graduates
Sociology
28 Graduates
Computer Science
26 Graduates
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
25 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
23 Graduates
Research and Experimental Psycholog...
23 Graduates
Physics
21 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
20 Graduates
History
20 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
18 Graduates
Education, General
15 Graduates
Anthropology
11 Graduates
Chemistry
10 Graduates
Germanic Languages, Literatures, an...
9 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
8 Graduates
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender,...
5 Graduates
Mathematics and Computer Science
5 Graduates
Music
5 Graduates
Classics and Classical Languages, L...
4 Graduates
Philosophy
4 Graduates
Religion/Religious Studies
4 Graduates
Classical and Ancient Studies
2 Graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...
2 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
2 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
1 Graduates
Slavic, Baltic and Albanian Languag...
1 Graduates
Undergraduate Students
1,828
Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
13%
Full-time / Part-time
100% / N/A
Male
49%
US National: 44%
Female
51%
US National: 56%
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
White
Unknown
Black
Hispanic
Two or more races
Non Resident alien
Asian
American Indian/Alaska native
Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$75,490 per year
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 100% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
Yes
Freshmen Live on Campus
100%
Undergrads in College Housing
88%
Averege Housing Cost
$6,868/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $7,830/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$7,830/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Polar Bears
School Colors
black and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
New England Small College Ath Conf
Total Male Athletes
426
Total Female Athletes
347
Intramural Sports
41
Sports Club
22
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Skiing-Snowboarding
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Squash
Sailing
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Rugby
Skiing-Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Squash
Sailing
Campus Security
24-Hour Security Patrol
Campus Emergency Phones
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$44,600/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$65,500/year
Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.
$13,289 - $21,000
Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.
$138 - $218
Show data for students who
and started their studies
Out of 7,811 students
30% Graduated
10% Still Enrolled
15% Transfer
1% Withdraw
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.
Average Aid Per Year
$43,239
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$6,088
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$1,382
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$42,972
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$61,947
$30K - $48K
$59,741
$48K - $75K
$50,992
$75K - $110K
$47,057
> $110K
$31,726
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$42,051,148
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$1,428,448
The office of the financial aid of the college guides students through the process of obtaining the resources available for them for their education. The college provides financial aid in the form of scholarships, loans, and grants. Students looking for financial aid has to fill up the FAFSA form.
Bowdoin College federal school code is 002038.
Federal Aid includes grants such as Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), and loans such as Direct Subsidized Loan, Direct Unsubsidized Loan, and Direct PLUS Loan. Federal Work-Study option is also available for the students.
State Aids includes Texas Grant and Top Ten Percent Scholarship.
Institutional Aid comprises of Merit Scholarships, Bowdoin Grant,
Military Aid includes the Post 9/11 GI Bill.
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