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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
Quarter
Admission Director: Maria Laskaris (as of summer 2007)
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 (Math and Critical
Reading scores only)
ACT score
(25/75 percentile) 28-34
Tuition and fees for 2006-2007: $35,178
Room and board for 2006-2007: $10,305
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 who
entered Dartmouth in Fall 2006 was worth $30,712.
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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