Your chances of getting into Bowdoin College
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at Bowdoin College is 8.8%. Its admission rate is the lowest in Maine and the 20th lowest the nation.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Bowdoin College and can you get accepted?
Bowdoin College is an extremely competitive school to get into and is highly selective who it accepts. You have a very low chance of acceptance even even if you meet the admission criteria. It's critical that you meet their GPA requirements to get past the first round of consideration. Last year, only 822 out of the 9,325 who applied were admitted.
Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. Of those applicants who were admitted, 63% enrolled. This indicates that the school is a top choice for many students who apply.
Can you get into Bowdoin College?
9% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.
Admission Requirements in Brief
To have the best chance of getting into to Bowdoin College you should:
- Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class
- Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers
Bowdoin College GPA
GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Bowdoin College has not reported high school GPA data for its accepted students.
Bowdoin College SAT Scores
Test Optional
Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required or recommended by Bowdoin College.
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 25th Percentile | N/A |
| Math 25th Percentile | N/A |
| Composite 25th Percentile | N/A |
| SAT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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| Reading 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Math 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Composite 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Average SAT Score | N/A |
Bowdoin College ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 25th Percentile | N/A |
| Math 25th Percentile | N/A |
| Composite 25th Percentile | N/A |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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| Reading 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Math 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Composite 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Average ACT Score | N/A |
High School Class Rank
80% of Bowdoin College freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 80% |
| Top 25% of class | 96% |
| Top 50% of class | 99% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 5,298 | 4,027 | 9,325 |
| Accepted | 425 | 397 | 822 |
| Acceptance Rate | 8% | 10% | 9% |
| Enrolled | 255 | 262 | 517 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 60% | 66% | 63% |
Fall 2024 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 101 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jan 5, 2024.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Bowdoin College is $65.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Bowdoin College and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Neither required nor recommended |
| High School GPA | Recommended |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | No |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=161004 IPEDS survey data for Bowdoin College.
FAQs
What is my chance of getting into Bowdoin College?
9% of those who apply are granted admission to Bowdoin College. Admission competition is extreme and the college has unavailable admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.