Welcome, Class of 2030!
You got in—now find your Bowdoin Bearings!
Choose your own adventure: Join us virtually, in-person, or both. Our comprehensive suite of offerings allows you to choose what is best for you. Wherever you are, we're ready to welcome you.
Bearings in Brunswick Recorded Events
President's Welcome
Ask Us Anything: Deans + Students
Outcomes and Pathways
The First Year Academic Experience
Research Opportunities
Virtual Bearings
March-April 2026
Whether you visit in person or not, we're offering opportunities online so you can meet potential future classmates and learn about our campus and community from anywhere.
Take a tour of two first-year residence halls: Maine Hall and Osher Hall
Take a virtual tour of campus
Be sure to browse and register for Virtual Bearings events when they are available in March.
Virtual Bearings Events
Browse upcoming virtual events and connect with Bowdoin from wherever you are.
Polar Preview
Monday, April 6, 2026
Can't make it to Bearings in Brunswick? Join us for a Polar Preview. Spend a half-day on campus taking a specialized tour designed for admitted students and families; attend a class and eat lunch in our dining hall.
See this year's schedule of events
Due to limited space, we ask that families register either for Polar Preview or Bearings in Brunswick, but not both events. Registration for our Polar Preview event will be capped at 50 admitted students.
Some helpful resources for traveling to Brunswick:
- Helpful links and lodging information
- Directions by car, plane, train, or bus
Questions?
Email: bearings@bowdoin.edu
Telephone: 207-725-3231
Beyond Bearings: More resources for accepted students
Think you've got your Bearings?
Next steps:- Connect with our community: Learn more about our community by following along on our Instagram @Bowdoinadmissions.