Bowdoin College
Brunswick, ME · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1470 and 1550 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
Popular programs at Bowdoin College
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Political Science and Government. | 83 | |
| 2 | Economics. | 78 | |
| 3 | Area Studies. | 47 | |
| 4 | Mathematics. | 43 | |
| 5 | Computer Science. | 42 | |
| 6 | Biology, General. | 33 | |
| 7 | English Language and Literature, General. | 29 | |
| 8 | History. | 29 | |
| 9 | Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | 26 | |
| 10 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 21 | |
| 11 | Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | 21 | |
| 12 | Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | 21 | |
| 13 | Education, General. | 20 | |
| 14 | Research and Experimental Psychology. | 20 | |
| 15 | Physics. | 19 | |
| 16 | Sociology. | 17 | |
| 17 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 13 | |
| 18 | Human Computer Interaction. | 11 | |
| 19 | Anthropology. | 11 | |
| 20 | Chemistry. | 9 |
Showing top 20 of 31 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Bowdoin College?
Bowdoin College has an acceptance rate of 7% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Bowdoin College?
Admitted students at Bowdoin College typically score between 1470 and 1550 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Bowdoin College cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Bowdoin College is approximately $14,398 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Bowdoin College?
4-year graduation rate data for Bowdoin College is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.