Does Bowdoin Require the CSS Profile?

Bowdoin requires the CSS Profile for college-funded aid and uses CSS code 3089. Its 2027–28 instructions defer aid-material submission for international applicants other than Canadians until after admission.

CSS Profile

Required

U.S. citizens and eligible noncitizens seeking Bowdoin aid submit both the 2027–28 CSS Profile and FAFSA. Beginning with Class of 2031 applicants, international applicants other than Canadians submit aid materials only if admitted; Canadians follow the applicant filing route.

CSS school code

3089

Bowdoin's CSS Profile code is 3089. Use that code to send the form to Bowdoin College.

Published financial aid deadlines

Early Decision INovember 15

Early Decision IIJanuary 5

Regular DecisionFebruary 1

TransferMarch 3

Continuing Bowdoin studentFebruary 15

These are the school's currently published 2027–28 dates. A late or updated application cycle can use different dates, so confirm the deadline shown in your applicant portal.

Which parent files?

For a first aid application when parents are divorced, separated, or never married, Bowdoin requires each parent household to submit its own CSS Profile and applicable 2025 tax documents. A waiver is available only in extreme circumstances.

Documents and next steps

Use Bowdoin CSS code 3089. After completing the Profile, applicants access IDOC and submit all required tax and supporting documents there, then use the Bowdoin admission or MyAid portal to confirm which items remain outstanding.

Official sources for this answer

Bowdoin 2027–28 financial aid application requirements (checked September 25, 2026)

Common questions

Does Bowdoin require the CSS Profile?

Yes. Bowdoin requires the CSS Profile for college-funded aid and uses CSS code 3089. Its 2027–28 instructions defer aid-material submission for international applicants other than Canadians until after admission.

What is Bowdoin's CSS Profile code?

Bowdoin's CSS Profile code is 3089. Use that code to send the form to Bowdoin College.

When is Bowdoin's financial aid deadline?

Early Decision I: November 15; Early Decision II: January 5; Regular Decision: February 1; Transfer: March 3; Continuing Bowdoin student: February 15.

Is the FAFSA enough for Bowdoin?

Not for Bowdoin's institutional aid. Eligible students should file the FAFSA for federal aid, but Bowdoin uses the CSS Profile separately to evaluate its own need-based funding.

Estimate the rest of your aid

The CSS Profile does not tell you what federal aid you may receive. Estimate that separately, then compare the result with each college's net price and your outside scholarship options.

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