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Bowdoin College offers a genuinely distinctive educational experience rooted in Maine's rugged coastal environment, with the Coastal Studies Center on Orr's Island providing hands-on marine and environmental research unavailable at virtually any other liberal arts college. The college's strength in government and public policy has produced an outsized number of politicians, diplomats, and public servants relative to its size, and the intimate 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio ensures deeply personal mentorship relationships. Bowdoin's need-blind admissions and generous financial aid make it accessible to talented international students who want an intellectually rigorous education embedded in one of America's most beautiful natural settings.
| Acceptance Rate | 7% (Most Selective) |
|---|---|
| GPA Range | 3.92-4.00 |
| SAT Range | 1470-1550 |
| ACT Range | 33-35 |
| Early Decision I | Nov 15 |
| Regular Decision | Jan 8 |
| Application Fee | $65 |
| Average Financial Aid | $54,000 |
| Need-Blind Admissions | Yes |
| Type | LAC |
| US News Rank | #5 |
Bowdoin College typically admits students with a GPA in the 3.92-4.00 range (4.0 scale). International students should convert their grades using an AACRAO EDGE-based GPA calculator before applying.
With an acceptance rate of 7%, Bowdoin College is a most selective institution. Building a balanced school list with reach, target, and safety schools is strongly recommended.
The middle 50% of admitted students scored 1470-1550 on the SAT and 33-35 on the ACT.
The Regular Decision deadline is Jan 8. Use AdmissionsPedia's free Deadline Tracker to manage your complete application calendar.
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