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Bennington College

Bennington, VT β€’ private β€’ CSS Profile
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Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Town
Student Population
Undergrad: 831 β€’ Total: 943
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
One College Drive
Bennington, VT
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Website
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 267 (32.1%) β€’ Female: 564 (67.9%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 13 1.6%
Black/African American 29 3.5%
Hispanic/Latino 84 10.1%
White 519 62.5%
Two or More Races 42 5.1%
International 113 13.6%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
48.0%
1,357 admitted from 2,825 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
βœ“ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 690-740
Math: 600-673
Total: 1290-1413
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
30-32
Application Types Offered
EA ED I ED II RD
Application Requirements
β€”
Financial Aid Forms
CSS Profile Required
Deadlines
EA: 11/01/2025
ED I: 11/01/2025
ED II: 01/10/2026
RD: 01/10/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
66.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
51.1%
Freshman Retention Rate
85.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
13.4:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$86,506
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $65,398
Room & Board
$19,108
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $18,480
$30,001-48,000 $18,012
$48,001-75,000 $22,336
$75,001-110,000 $25,508
$110,001+ $44,625
Students Receiving Pell Grants
91%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$35,108
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Common questions about Bennington College

What is Bennington College's acceptance rate?
Bennington College accepts 48% of applicants, from 2,825 applications.
How much does Bennington College cost?
Tuition and fees are $65,398. Families earning under $30,000 pay $18,480 on average after aid.
Does Bennington College require SAT or ACT scores?
Bennington College does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for Bennington College?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 30 and 32 on the ACT.
What is Bennington College's graduation rate?
67% of students graduate within six years.