Is Bowdoin a Good School for the Money?
Bowdoin College Value Report
Is Bowdoin worth the money? Read College Factual's annual Bowdoin value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.
Within Maine, Bowdoin is a Great Quality for a Good Price.
Bowdoin College is ranked #1 out of #17 in Maine for quality and #6 out of #17 for Maine value.
This makes it a great quality for a good price in the state.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Bowdoin financial aid page to be sure.
Fair Value Nationwide
Bowdoin College is ranked #664 out of 1,472 for value nationwide.
Bowdoin College is a fair value according to College Factual's value analysis. It is priced appropriately based on the quality of the education provided.
Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Davidson College | $164,912 | A- |
| Olin College | $168,639 | B+ |
| Washington and Lee University | $201,273 | B- |
| College of the Holy Cross | $204,792 | C+ |
| Emory University | $211,052 | C+ |
| Bowdoin College | $215,489 | C |
| Colgate University | $216,995 | C |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $220,383 | C |
| Middlebury College | $223,056 | C |
| Carnegie Mellon University | $238,042 | C |
| Washington University in St Louis | $241,044 | C |
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
We're Looking at a Total Cost of $215,489 for a Bowdoin Degree
The Bowdoin time to graduate is about 4.08 years and will cost an estimated $52,816 per year. This brings the total cost to 215,489.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $52,816 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.08 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $215,489 |
Many Factors Affect Net Price
Consider the average Bowdoin student takes 4.08 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your Bowdoin degree may cost less than average.
Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?
Net price can vary based on your unique situation.
Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Bowdoin.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $301,104 | #616 | C+ |
| All Students | $215,489 | #664 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $129,879 | #130 | A |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $301,104 | #6 | B- |
| All Students | $215,489 | #6 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $129,879 | #7 | C+ |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Maine.
About 56% of Bowdoin students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Bowdoin financial aid you may qualify for.
How to Calculate Value
College Factual calculates value by calculating average Bowdoin cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
References
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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