Bowdoin College application deadlines 2026–27

Brunswick, MEPrivate nonprofit1,873 undergrads

Next deadline: Early Decision, Nov 15, 2026. Every date below links to its source. Checked Nov 1, 2026.

7%Acceptance rate

1470–1550SAT middle 50%

33–35ACT middle 50%

$70Application fee

Deadlines for fall 2027

Plan	Deadline	Decision	Source
Regular Decision “QuestBridge Match: November 1”	Nov 1, 2026 Nov 1 · passed	—	Official page
Early Decision · binding “Early Decision 1: November 15”	Nov 15, 2026 Nov 15 · 6d	mid-December	Official page
Early Decision II · binding	Jan 5, 2027 Jan 5 · 57d	—	Common App grid

Colleges can change dates. Always confirm on the official website before you submit.

Requirements

Test policy: Test optional
Applies through: Common Application, Coalition on Scoir, QuestBridge, Slate.org (for materials submission)

Supplemental essays

Bowdoin Supplemental Essay (from The Offer of the College): reflect on any line of The Offer and how it has meaning to you (optional, max 250 words) · 250 words · all applicants

Navigating through Differences Essay: share anything about unique experiences and perspectives you would bring to Bowdoin or an experience that required you to navigate across or through difference (optional, max 250 words) · 250 words · all applicants

Schools, portfolios & auditions

Bowdoin Arts Supplement (Music, Visual Arts, Theater & Dance, Cinema Studies) — Optional for students with notable visual or performing arts talent; music samples, theater clips/resume, visual arts portfolio up to five w

Cost & outcomes

Tuition: $71,740
6-year graduation: 93%
Median earnings, 10 yrs: $90,153

Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Net price calculator