C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100

Bennington College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Bennington, Vermont 05201
🌐 https://www.bennington.edu/
Outcomes
B+
79/100
Affordability
F
16/100
Resources
B
69/100
Experience
A
83/100
Prestige
C
43/100

Quick Stats

867
Total Enrollment
67%
Graduation Rate
85%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
48%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Bennington College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $265,896
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,400/mo — vs ~$1,124/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 01247 (4.4% cap, North Adams)

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🏆 Where Bennington College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#7
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
of 10 schools
#21
Visual and Performing Arts, General
of 37 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $63,802 $63,802
Room $10,120
Board $8,520
Total Cost (On-Campus) $87,284 $87,284

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
20%
Receive Pell Grants
57%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

867
Total Students
69%
Women
92%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 63%
Hispanic 10%
Black 3%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 12%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 79%
Hybrid (Some Online) 10%
Fully Online 10%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 92%
25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Bennington College?
Bennington College has an acceptance rate of 48%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Bennington College?
Tuition at Bennington College is $63,802 for in-state students and $63,802 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Bennington College?
The graduation rate at Bennington College is 67%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Bennington College a good school?
Bennington College has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Bennington College?
Bennington College has a total enrollment of 867 students. Most students (92%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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B
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D
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology