Bennington College
Bennington College is a Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years school located in Bennington, VT. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Master's degree. The 2020 tuition & fees at Bennington College is $55,950. 90% of the enrolled undergraduate students have received grant or scholarships and the average aid amount is $39,170 at Bennington College. The school has a total enrollment of 6,106 and student to faculty ratio is 9 to 1 (11.11%). The average earning after 10 years of graduation is $38,400. The salary range after graduation from Bennington College varies by field of study and the average salary range $18,100 to $18,100.
Directory Information
| Address | One College Drive, Bennington, VT 05201-6003 |
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| Phone | 802-442-5401 |
| WEB | www.bennington.edu |
| Admission | www.bennington.edu/Admissions |
| Online Application | https://myfinancialaid.bennington.edu/NetPartnerStudent/Logon.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fNetPartnerStudent%2fDefault.aspx |
| Financial Aid | www.bennington.edu/admissions-aid/financing-your-education |
| Net Price Calculator | www.bennington.edu/admissions-aid/financing-your-education/tuition-and-fees/net-price-calculator |
| Disability Service | www.bennington.edu/academic-services/disability-accommodations-and-support |
| School Type | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
2020 Tuition & Fees and 2021 Estimation
For undergraduate school, its 2020 tuition and fees are $55,950. For graduate programs, its 2020 graduate school tuition and fees are $23,975.
The estimated 2021 tuition & fees are $58,121. The estimated 2021 graduate school tuition & fees are $24,460.
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $38,400. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where Visual and Performing Arts program shows the highest salary with $18,100 after graduating from Bennington College.
| Undergraduate | $55,950 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $23,975 |
source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education
| Undergraduate | $58,121 |
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| Graduate | $24,460 |
The estimation for 2020-2021 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2020 Key Stats
The Acceptance rate at Bennington College is 61% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 22%. The average graduation rate is 76%. Total 6,106 students are attending at the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in next table.
| Admission Stats » | 61% Acceptance Rate / 22% Yield |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate » | 76% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 20% |
| Retention Rate | 73%(full-time), 17% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 11.11% (9 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 6,106 (5,143 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $39,170 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $38,400 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $18,100 - $18,100 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Bennington College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for graduate programs. Next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
It provides a number of student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Special Characteristics
Next table illustrates special characteristics of Bennington College.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
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| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 765 |
