Bowdoin College
Bowdoin College is one of the most historic and prestigious private liberal arts colleges in the nation. It was established in 1794.
Historic buildings strewn Bowdoin College’s campus in Brunswick, Maine. Bowdoin College has a small student body, making professors more accessible than at larger private and state colleges and universities.
Bowdoin has been listed as one of the best liberal arts schools in the country by national publications. As a result, Bowdoin College is very selective.
The college offers an array of liberal arts and science academic programs including religious studies, philosophy, music, English, archaeology, art history, and classical studies. The science programs include neuroscience, environmental studies, computer science, and biochemistry.
Students not interested in traditional majors have the option of customizing or combining majors.
Numerous undergraduate research opportunities are available at Bowdoin College. Bowdoin students who’ve excelled at research have been awarded research fellowships at elite graduate schools. The Coastal Studies Center, a coastal issue and marine science research facility, is located at Bowdoin College.
Cultural opportunities are also available to students. An art museum and two theaters are located at Bowdoin.
Bowdoin College provides study abroad opportunities. Some programs provide students with the opportunity to study at a foreign university for a few semesters.
Tuition rates are high at Bowdoin College, but financial aid is available to students who qualify.
Admission Office
5000 College Station
Brunswick, ME 04011-8441
(207) 725-3100
Fax: (207) 725-3101
admissions@bowdoin.edu
Contact: Scott Meiklejohn
Dean of Admissions and Student Aid
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Main Address
5700 College Station
Brunswick, ME 04011-8448
(207) 725-3000
www.bowdoin.edu
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Size
Total undergrads: 1,723
First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 488
Degree-seeking undergrads: 1,716
Setting
Suburban setting
Large town (10,000 - 49,999)
Residential campus
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Degrees offered:
 Bachelor's
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Tuition & Fees
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Estimated Annual Expenses |
'07-2008 |
'08-2009 |
'09-2010 |
'10-2011 |
% change '09-'11 |
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Tuition and fees |
$36,370 |
$38,190 |
$40,020 |
$41,565 |
+3.86% |
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Books and Supplies |
$800 |
$800 |
$800 |
$820 |
+2.50% |
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Living Arrangement - On Campus |
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Room and Board |
$9,890 |
$10,380 |
$10,880 |
$11,315 |
+4.00% |
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Other |
$1,200 |
$1,200 |
$1,200 |
$1,250 |
+4.17% |
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Living Arrangement - Off Campus |
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Room and Board |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
0.00% |
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Other |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
0.00% |
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Total Expenses |
'07-2008 |
'08-2009 |
'09-2010 |
'10-2011 |
% change '09-'11 |
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In-state On Campus |
$48,260 |
$50,570 |
$52,900 |
$54,950 |
+3.88% |
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In-state Off Campus |
$37,170 |
$38,990 |
$40,820 |
$42,385 |
+3.83% |
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In-state with Family |
$37,170 |
$38,990 |
$40,820 |
$42,385 |
+3.83% |
Financial Aid
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Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
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Type of Aid
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Students
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Percent
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Amount
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Average Per Student
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All students financial aid |
218 |
45% |
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Grant or scholarship aid |
218 |
45% |
$6,693,809 |
$30,706 |
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• Federal grants |
64 |
13% |
$424,344 |
$6,630 |
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• Pell grants |
64 |
13% |
$266,344 |
$4,162 |
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• Other federal grants |
40 |
8% |
$158,000 |
$3,950 |
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State/local government grant or scholarships |
28 |
6% |
$25,636 |
$916 |
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Institutional grants or scholarships |
218 |
45% |
$6,243,829 |
$28,641 |
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Student loan aid |
72 |
15% |
$355,878 |
$4,943 |
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• Federal student loans |
72 |
15% |
$355,878 |
$4,943 |
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• Other student loans |
0 |
0% |
$0 |
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All Majors and Programs
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BA/BS
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MA/MS
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PhD
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AA/AS
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CERT
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Total of All Education Programs |
581 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Area, Gender, Cultural, Ethnic, and Group Studies |
24 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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African Studies |
3 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Asian Studies/civilization |
15 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Latin American Studies |
3 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Russian, Central European, East European and Eurasian Studies |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Women's Studies |
3 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Biology and Biomedical Sciences |
65 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Biochemistry |
13 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Biology and Biological Sciences, General |
36 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Neuroscience |
16 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Computing and Information Sciences |
9 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Computer Science |
9 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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English Language, Composition and Literature/letters |
45 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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English Language and Literature, General |
45 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics |
61 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General |
6 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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French Language and Literature |
16 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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German Language and Literature |
13 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General |
3 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Russian Language and Literature |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Spanish Language and Literature |
23 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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History |
35 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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History, General |
35 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Mathematics and Statistics |
19 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Mathematics, General |
19 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies, General |
8 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Ancient Studies/civilization |
6 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Classical, Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology |
1 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Mathematics and Computer Science |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies, Other |
1 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Natural Resources and Conservation |
24 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Environmental Studies |
24 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Physical Sciences |
29 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Chemical Physics |
1 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Chemistry, General |
7 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Geochemistry |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Geology and Earth Science, General |
8 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Geophysics and Seismology |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Physics, General |
13 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Psychology |
17 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Psychology, General |
17 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Social Sciences |
198 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Anthropology |
22 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Archeology |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Econometrics and Quantitative Economics |
2 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Economics, General |
65 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Political Science and Government, General |
93 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Sociology |
16 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Visual and Performing Arts |
47 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Art History, Criticism and Conservation |
11 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Fine/studio Arts, General |
21 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Music, General |
13 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Theatre Literature, History and Criticism |
2 |
– |
– |
– |
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Above data represents first majors only.
(-) Indicates that a program is not offered at this level.
Admissions Information
Application Fee
College has an application fee: Yes
Regular application fee: $60
Online application fee: $60
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Enrollment Rates
Percent applicants admitted: 19%
Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 97%
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Undergraduate Majors
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies
 African Studies B
Asian Studies B
Central/Eastern European Studies B
Latin American Studies B
Women's Studies B
Arts, Visual & Performing
Art History/Criticism/Conservation B
Fine/Studio Arts B
Music - General B
Theater Literature/History/Criticism B
Biological & Biomedical Sciences
Biochemistry B
Biology B
Computer & Information Sciences
Computer Science B
English Language & Literature
English Language & Literature - General B
Foreign Language & Literature
Classics B
French B
German B
Romance Languages B
Russian B
Spanish B
History
History - General B
Mathematics
Mathematics - General B
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Ancient Studies/Civilization B
Classical/Ancient Mediterranean/Near Eastern Studies B
Mathematics/Computer Science B
Neuroscience B
Natural Resources & Conservation
Environmental Studies B
Philosophy & Religion
Philosophy B
Religion/Religious Studies B
Physical Sciences
Chemical Physics B
Chemistry B
Geochemistry B
Geology B
GeophysicsSeismology B
Physics B
Psychology
Psychology - General B
Social Sciences
Anthropology B
Archaeology B
Econometrics B
Economics B
Political Science/Government B
Sociology B
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Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
A = Associate degree
B = Bachelor's degree
C = Certificate or diploma
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*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
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