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Bennington College

Also known as: Bennington

One College Drive, Bennington, VT 05201-6003
45%
Acceptance Rate
Selective
32
Median ACT
Range: 30–32
$58,848
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $58,848
154
Enrollment
Undergrad students

At a Glance

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45%
Acceptance Rate
2,996 applications
πŸ“
32
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 30–32
πŸ’΅
$58,848
In-State Tuition
+$790 fees
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$58,848
Out-of-State Tuition
+$790 fees
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N/A
Room & Board
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154
Enrolled Students
154 full-time
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12%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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N/A
Athletics

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

703725750

SAT Math

588610653

🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Ski Town

πŸ”οΈ
18 mi away
600 skiable acres19 liftsNo Waffle Cabin
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Willard Mountain

New York

18 mi away
50 skiable acres5 lifts
πŸ”οΈ
Stratton

Vermont

22 mi away
670 skiable acres11 lifts

πŸ–οΈ Nearest Beach

🌊

Revere Beach, MA

Ocean access within 119.7 miles

120 mi away

🌑️ Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals Β· Bennington, VT

23Β°Jan25Β°Feb33Β°Mar46Β°Apr56Β°May64Β°Jun69Β°Jul67Β°Aug60Β°Sep49Β°Oct39Β°Nov29Β°Dec

Station: BENNINGTON WILLIAM H. MORSE STATE Airport Β· Source: NOAA NCEI

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Cost ItemAnnual Cost
Tuition$58,848
Fees$790
Total Estimated Cost$59,638

πŸ’‘ These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

92 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

English Language and Literature/Letters, OtherMaster's
40 grads/yr$34,245
Visual and Performing Arts, GeneralBachelor's
33 grads/yr$19,065
Drama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftBachelor's
24 grads/yr
MusicBachelor's
18 grads/yr
LiteratureBachelor's
15 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
Master's40 grads$34,245
English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's1 grads$27,462
Visual and Performing Arts, General
Bachelor's33 grads$19,065
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
Bachelor's24 grads
Music
Bachelor's18 grads
Literature
Bachelor's15 grads
Public Policy Analysis
Bachelor's13 grads
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Bachelor's12 grads
Psychology, General
Bachelor's12 grads
Fine and Studio Arts
Bachelor's10 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as β€”) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bennington College located?

Bennington College is located in Bennington, VT. The main campus address is One College Drive, Bennington, VT. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Bennington College?

Bennington College has an acceptance rate of 45%, making it selective. Out of 2,996 applicants, 1,334 were admitted in the most recent year. 154 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for Bennington College?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at Bennington College scored between 30 and 32 on the ACT, with a median of 32. About 4% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

How much does it cost to attend Bennington College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Bennington College charges $58,848/year in tuition. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $59,638/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use Bennington College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Bennington College the right fit for me?

Whether Bennington College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (45% admit rate), cost ($58,848/year out-of-state), campus culture in Bennington, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Bennington College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Bennington College directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Bennington, VT
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's, Master's
School Year Weather
❄️ Cold Β· 40Β°F avg

Location

Bennington, VT

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Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.