Bowdoin College admissions
Brunswick, ME
Bowdoin College acceptance rate
7.1%
946 of 13,265 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Most selective. With a rate like this, Bowdoin College is a reach for nearly every applicant, whatever their record.
Key numbers
- Yield: 54% of admitted students enrolled (507 of 946).
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Common questions about Bowdoin College
What is the acceptance rate at Bowdoin College?
Bowdoin College admitted 7.1% of applicants (946 of 13,265) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Bowdoin College?
507 of the 946 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 54%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Bowdoin College?
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