by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Bowdoin degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Bowdoin measures up.
Bowdoin is ranked #1,750 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within Maine, it ranks #15 of 26 for value.
These Bowdoin majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Spanish & Iberian Studies | #3 of 8 |
| French Studies | #4 of 12 |
| African Studies | #8 of 18 |
| Italian Studies | #8 of 17 |
| Asian Studies | #19 of 24 |
| Latin American Studies | #20 of 39 |
| Area Studies | #36 of 63 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #36 of 63 |
| Neurosciences | #50 of 174 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | #53 of 179 |
Read the full Bowdoin value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Bowdoin College is ranked #1 out of #26 in Maine for quality and #15 out of #26 for Maine value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Bowdoin financial aid page to be sure.
Bowdoin College is ranked #1,750 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Bowdoin College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Bowdoin costs about $45,507. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $182,028 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $85,100 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $14,398 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $45,507 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $182,028 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Bowdoin net price and the factors that affect it.
What Bowdoin costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Bowdoin degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $340,400 | — | — |
| All Students | $182,028 | #1,750 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $57,592 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $340,400 | — | — |
| All Students | $182,028 | #15 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $57,592 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Bowdoin shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $3,275 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,464 |
| $48K–$75K | $6,764 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,899 |
| Over $110K | $42,867 |
About 56% of Bowdoin undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $59,125 per year. Get more details on the Bowdoin financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Bowdoin net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.