Tuition (in-state)$64,000
Student : faculty8:1
Acceptance60%
Enrollment900
Walk score45
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Education
| Programs | Visual arts, literature, drama, dance |
|---|---|
| Graduation | 68% six-year graduation rate |
| Teaching style | Seminar-style classes taught by faculty; no graduate teaching assistants. |
Tuition and cost
| In-state tuition | $64,000 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $64,000 |
| Room and board | $19,000 |
Sticker price before aid. Most students here pay less; see Scholarships and our guide to reading a financial aid letter.
Faculty
| Student : faculty ratio | 8:1 |
|---|---|
| Tenure | Roughly 65-80% tenured or tenure-track |
| Who teaches first-years | Faculty teach all first-year courses. |
- Student-to-faculty ratio of 8:1
- Six-year graduation rate of 68%
Location and walk score
45/ 100
| Setting | Residential campus; a car or campus shuttle is useful for errands |
|---|---|
| Climate | Four seasons with cold, snowy winters |
| Getting around | Car recommended for trips off campus |
Things to do nearby
- Downtown Bennington
- Campus events and athletics
- Regional parks and trails within an hour
Graduate degrees
- Undergraduate only; graduate study through partner institutions
Jobs and outcomes
Median starting salary$50,000
Employed or in grad school within 6 months86%
Career servicesCareer center with employer fairs, resume review and alumni networking
Top employers of recent graduates
- Major employers in the Bennington, VT region
- See the institution's first-destination report for named employers
Salary and placement figures are the institution's most recent first-destination survey, typically six months after graduation. Compare on the compare page.
Internships and co-ops
72%of students complete an internship or co-op
- Career center internship placements
- Faculty-mentored undergraduate research
Alumni
| Living alumni | 10,800 |
|---|---|
| Where graduates go | Graduate and professional school, finance, education, nonprofits |
Notable graduates
- See institution's alumni association for notable graduates
Teams
| Division | Club sports |
|---|---|
| Conference | None |
| Marquee sports | Club and intramural athletics; no varsity program |
| Club and intramural | Club and intramural programs in 20+ sports |
Scholarships
Merit scholarshipsAwarded on admission based on academic record · Deadline: Automatic on admission
Need-based grant aidVaries with FAFSA results · Deadline: File FAFSA by the priority date
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