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Bennington College

Bennington, Vermont Β· Town: DistantOfficial Website β†—

#1650
Nationally
#6
In Vermont
48%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$63,802
Annual Tuition
per year
67%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
776
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
52/100
Good
#1650 nationally
#6 in Vermont
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes67
πŸ’°Affordability56
🎯Selectivity43
πŸ“šAcademic Environment26
πŸ”¬Program Breadth53

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Bennington College is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Bennington, Vermont. With 776 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 48%, the institution is considered selective. Annual tuition is $63,802, significantly above average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $22,063 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 67%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate48%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
2,825
Applied
1,357
Admitted
216
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading690 – 740
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math600 – 673
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)30 – 32
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$63,802/yr
Room & Board$19,840/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$84,484/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$63,802↓ Below avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$22,063
$30,001 – $48,000$16,157
$48,001 – $75,000$20,889
$75,001 – $110,000$27,517
Over $110,000$41,106
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate67%↑ Above avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
776
Total Undergrads
68% F / 32% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 63%
Hispanic 10%
Black 4%
Asian 2%
Two or more 5%
International 13%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Competitive academic environment: ACT 25th percentile is 30
  • βœ“Small campus environment (776 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Tuition ($63,802/yr) is above average β€” factor in aid eligibility
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $22,063/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
  • Β·Room and board costs ($19,840/yr) add significantly to the total cost of attendance
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationBennington, Vermont
SettingTown: Distant
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$22,063
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#6
in Vermont out of 7+ colleges
#1650
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.