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Dartmouth College
General Information
Admission
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Student Body
General Information
Dartmouth College is the smallest member of the Ivy League – and arguably the one with the most intimate social
and geographic setting. Dartmouth is located in Hanover, New Hampshire, a small town near New Hampshire's border
with Vermont. Prospective students from warmer climates should note that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Cold
Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory is nearby. That gives an idea of what the winters are like – but also
of the remarkable intellectual capital to be found the area. In fact, observers say that Dartmouth's small size and
the geographical proximity of its programs are two of the reasons why an unusual amount of cross-disciplinary and
groundbreaking work is done there.
Dartmouth College was founded as an undergraduate institution and continues to exercise a commitment to undergrad
education. It is also an outstanding research university, and has has highly regarded schools of business, medicine,
and engineering as well as graduate programs in the arts and sciences. In the College's own words, Dartmouth's mission
is to "instill a love of learning and discovery in every member of its community." Dartmouth strives to make its
educational experience available to all qualified students, assessing applicants on a 'need blind' basis that
considers their abilities without regard to their financial resources.
Dartmouth has a unique academic calendar, the 'D Plan,' which divides the year into four terms of equal length.
This means that students have exceptional flexibility in planning their schedules, and can seek off-campus
experiences (such as internships and research) at any time of year. This may be one reason why Dartmouth has
the highest rate of participation in study-abroad programs of any Ivy League institution, with about 60% of any
senior class having spent at least one quarter outside the U.S.
Dartmouth offers a remarkably rich social and cultural life. Dartmouth students can take part in any of over
200 organizations and activities. Those with musical inclinations can participate in highly regarded choirs,
glee clubs, and ensembles. Students with an artistic bent can enjoy the resources of an outstanding art museum
and center for performing arts, and those who enjoy sports can get involved in activities ranging from an NCAA
Division 1 football team to the mountaineering club. In fact, Dartmouth is considered to have one of the best
college varsity sports programs in the country – more evidence that the school does not let its relatively
small scale or remote location keep it from providing its students with the best possible resources for
intellectual and personal growth.
Dartmouth College
6016 McNutt
Hall Hanover, NH 03755
Phone: (603) 646 -1111
Private Founded 1769
No religious affiliation
Rural
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Admission
Director: Karl M. Furstenberg
Phone: (603) 646 - 2875
Email: admissions.office@dartmouth.edu
Early decision
Early decision application deadline: November 1.
Decisions are mailed in mid-December.
Regular decision
Regular decision application deadline: January 1.
Decisions are mailed in early April.
Transfers
Transfer application deadline: March 1.
Decisions are mailed in mid-May.
Test scores
There is no preference between the SAT and ACT.
SAT /ACT and two SAT Subject Test scores must be received
by January 1.
The Common Application is used together with two supplemental
Dartmouth forms.
Campus visit: recommended
Interview: Off-campus alumni interviews are available.
On-campus interviews are no longer offered. Campus visitors can attend group
information sessions.
Early decision acceptance rate: 29.7%
Top 10% of high school class: 90%
SAT score (25/75 percentile) 1350-1530 (on old SAT I scale)
ACT score (25/75 percentile) 28-34
Tuition and fees for 2005-2006: $33,501
Room and board for 2005-2006: $9,840
Dartmouth is committed to meeting 100% of each student's
demonstrated need.
40 to 50% of each entering class receives financial aid.
The average aid package for first-year students consists of
$26,838 in grants and $4,201 through work-study and/or loans.
Undergrad student body 4,085
Greek life: 48% fraternities and 40% sororities
5 year grad rate: 92%
Male/female ratio: 49% / 50%
Out of state students: 97%
Students living in campus housing: 85%
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