Q: Is Dartmouth College an Ivy League?

Yes, Dartmouth College is a part of Ivy League<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa/universities/brown-university">. With 16% of international students, Dartmouth leads Ivy League for percentage of overseas population. Below is list of 8 Ivy Leagues and their global rankings:</a>UniversityQS World University Ranking 2026Times Higher Education (THE) 2026<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa/universities/university-of-pennsylvania" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Harvard University</a>#5#5<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa/universities/university-of-pennsylvania" target="_blank" rel="noopener">University of Pennsylvania</a>#15#14<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa/universities/yale-university" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cornell University</a>#16#18<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa/universities/princeton-university" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Princeton University</a>#25#3<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa/universities/yale-university" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Yale University</a>#21#10<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa/universities/columbia-university" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Columbia University</a>#38#20<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa/universities/brown-university" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brown University</a>#69#65<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa/universities/dartmouth-college" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dartmouth College</a>#247#180

Q: Which companies are the top employers for Dartmouth College graduates?

After pursuing <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa/universities/dartmouth-college/courses">Dartmouth College program</a>, graduates secure employment at the college campus and in the following companies:GoogleAmazonGoldman SachsMorgan StanleyMetaMcKinsey & CompanyBain & CompanyBoston Consulting Group (BCG)DALI Lab

Question 1

How can Indian students get into Dartmouth College?

Accepted Answer

Dartmouth College is an extremely competitive university to get into. Hence, to stand a chance, all international students must meet the Dartmouth College requirements listed below:Undergraduate RequirementsCompleted online applicationApplication fee/fee waiverDartmouth writing supplementSecondary school report with transcript, school profile, and counsellor evaluation2 teacher evaluationsSAT or ACT scoresProof of English language proficiencyPeer recommendationArts portfolioGraduate RequirementsCompleted applicationApplication feeAcademic transcript for every undergraduate and graduate school attendedRecommendation letters GMAT/GRE scoresEssayResume/Curriculum VitaeShort-term goalsTOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic Scores

Question 2

Is Dartmouth College an Ivy League?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dartmouth College is a part of Ivy League. With 16% of international students, Dartmouth leads Ivy League for percentage of overseas population. Below is list of 8 Ivy Leagues and their global rankings:UniversityQS World University Ranking 2026Times Higher Education (THE) 2026Harvard University#5#5University of Pennsylvania#15#14Cornell University#16#18Princeton University#25#3Yale University#21#10Columbia University#38#20Brown University#69#65Dartmouth College#247#180

Question 3

What is the class profile of students admitted to Dartmouth College MBA?

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Of the 296 students enrolled in the MBA Class of 2026 at Dartmouth College,  30% are international, and 44% are females. Below is class profile of the Dartmouth College Class of 2028 MBA students:ParticularsStatisticsClass Size296International30%Female44%Students with Partners32%Students with Children4%LGBTQ+7%Countries RepresentedBy Citizenship - 41By Birth - 43By Professional Experience - 38Refer to the table below for the ethnic breakdown of the MBA Class of 2026 students:Race/EthnicityPercentage of StudentsWhite77%Asian15%Hispanic or Latinx10%Black or African American5%American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, or Other Pacific Islander2%

Question 4

What SAT score is required for Dartmouth College?

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While applying to Dartmouth College, UG students must submit SAT/ACT scores as part of application. Listed below are the details of the scores submitted by the Class of 2028 admitted students:Standardized TestScoresSAT Critical ReadingMean: 733Median: 750Mid 50% range: 710-770SAT MathMean: 750Median: 770Mid 50% range: 730-790ACTMean: 33Mid 50% range: 32-35

Question 5

Is Dr. Seuss an alumni of Dartmouth College?

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Yes, Dr. Seuss, American children's author and cartoonist is alumni of Dartmouth College. Originally named as Theodor Seuss Geisel, he adopted name Dr. Seuss as undergraduate at Dartmouth College. He pursued BA degree at Dartmouth and graduated in 1925. It was this college where he joined Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and the humor magazine Dartmouth Jack-O-Lantern, eventually rising to the rank of editor-in-chief. In 1955, Dartmouth College awarded Geisel (Dr. Seuss) an honorary doctorate of Humane Letters.

Question 6

How much do the graduates of Dartmouth College earn?

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At Dartmouth College the median annual base salary for the graduates is around USD 175,000 (1.65 Cr). Whereas, the median signing bonus is USD 30,000. Refer to the table below for the key highlights of Dartmouth College placements:ParticularsDetailsPlacement Rate90%Median Annual Base SalaryUSD 175,000 (1.65 Cr)Median Signing BonusUSD 30,000Employment by IndustryConsulting - 41%Financial Services - 27%Technology - 13%Healthcare, Pharma, Biotech - 7%Consumer Goods, Retail - 6%Top Recruiting CompaniesGoogle, Amazon, Meta, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey & Company, Morgan Stanley, etc.Top IndustriesBusiness Development, Education, Research, Operations, Finance, etc.

Question 7

Which companies are the top employers for Dartmouth College graduates?

Accepted Answer

After pursuing Dartmouth College program, graduates secure employment at the college campus and in the following companies:GoogleAmazonGoldman SachsMorgan StanleyMetaMcKinsey & CompanyBain & CompanyBoston Consulting Group (BCG)DALI Lab

Question 8

What are the career opportunities for Dartmouth College graduates?

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As per the historical data of the university's alumni, most of Dartmouth College graduates get placed in industries such as: Business DevelopmentEducationResearchOperationsFinanceEngineeringHealthcare ServicesCommunity & Social ServicesMedia & CommunicationEntrepreneurshipInformation TechnologyConsultingMarketingSalesProduct Management

Question 9

Can I work while studying at Dartmouth College?

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Yes, Dartmouth College permits international students to work while studying. Overseas students must be mindful of the fact that they can work no more than 20 hours per week while classes are in session and it is essential that this employment does not interfere with a their academic program. During vacations, they can work for unlimited hours.Know more about part-time jobs in USA for international students.

Question 10

Does Dartmouth College require IELTS score for admissions?

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Yes, fulfilling English language requirement is one of major Dartmouth College admission requirements for Indian students. Dartmouth College accepts major English exam scores as a proof of proficiency in the English language and students can refer to the table below for minimum score details:English Proficiency ExamMinimum Score RequirementsTOEFL iBTOverall score of 100 or higherIELTS AcademicOverall score of 7.0 or higherDuolingo English TestOverall score of 135 or higher

Question 11

When can I apply for MBA admissions at Dartmouth College?

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Dartmouth College accepts MBA applications in three rounds. Mentioned below are the important dates and deadlines for aspirants:RoundDeadlineDecision DateRound ISep-End, 2026Mid-Dec, 2026Round IIEarly-Jan, 2027Mid-Mar, 2027Round IIIMar-End, 2026Early-May, 2026

Question 12

What should my LOR for Dartmouth College's MBA contain?

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While applying to Dartmouth College MBA, all new applicants must submit two LOR. But reapplicants who applied during most recent admissions cycle need to submit only 1 new LOR from reference who did not write to business school on their behalf last year. Applicants must request LORs from people who can show that they are smart, accomplished, aware and encouraging. If possible, their current direct supervisor should write 1 LORs for them.Note: LORs from professors who did not supervise professional work, from friends, family members, or coaches, do not enhance the applicant's candidacy.

Question 13

Does Dartmouth College offer scholarship to international students?

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Yes, Dartmouth College offer many scholarships and loans to international students, which also covers travel expenses. Important fact for overseas students is that Dartmouth guarantees to meet 100% of demonstrated need of all admitted students who apply for aid, regardless of citizenship.Dartmouth has extended its long standing need blind admissions policy to all foreign nationals, beginning with Class of 2026. All nationalities of international students can apply for fellowships.

Question 14

Is studying at Dartmouth College expensive?

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On average, annual tuition fee required to pursue degree course at Dartmouth Business School is above INR 50 L, which can be considered expensive as study abroad option. Students can refer to table mentioned below for course-specific fees requirements: Courses1st Year Tuition FeesBA (25 courses)INR 61 L - 67 LMEng (6 courses)INR 55 LBSc (10 courses)INR 61 LBE/BTech (7 courses)INR 54 L - 61 LBBA (1 course)INR 61 LMBA/PGDM (3 courses)INR 55 L - 80 LMPH (1 course)INR 71 LMEM (1 course)INR 82 L

Question 15

How much does Dartmouth College's MBA cost?

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For Indian students, Dartmouth College MBA fees is INR 83.21 L for one year. Duration of this MBA course is around 1 - 2 years. Although it is expensive to study MBA, ROI is quite impressive as annual median base salary is USD 175,000 (1.65 Cr), along with a median signing bonus of USD 30,000 (28.36 L). Also, this salary is expected to grow every year, based on the candidate's skill set and performance.

Question 16

Is there an application fee for Dartmouth College?

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Yes, while applying to Dartmouth College, all Indian students are required to pay required application fee. Dartmouth College application fee varies for UG, PG and MBA programs as mentioned below-Course LevelDartmouth Application FeeUndergraduateUSD 85 PostgraduateUSD 75 MBAUSD 250

Question 17

Which programs is Dartmouth College known for?

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At Dartmouth College, Indian students can choose between over 60 UG and 20 PG courses in leading field of study. According to data of university's alumni, some most popular Dartmouth College courses are mentioned below-EconomicsPolitical Science & GovernmentHistoryComputer SciencePsychologyMathematicsComputational ScienceBiologyFinanceEngineering ScienceEnvironmental StudiesBusiness Administration & ManagementMarketing

Question 18

What are the benefits of pursuing MBA at Dartmouth College?

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MBA is one of best courses offered at Dartmouth College. With help of this course, students get to develop communication skills, analytical and strategic thinking abilities and leadership skills by getting to work in teams. Mentioned below are the details of the Dartmouth College MBA:ParticularsDetailsAnnual Tuition CostUSD 88,000 Duration1 - 2 yearsCore CoursesSEM I: Analytics I, Financial Accounting, Management Communication, Managerial Economics, Managing PeopleSEM II: Analytics II, Capital Markets, Crafting Strategy, MarketingSEM III: Corporate Finance, Global Economics for Managers, ElectivesSEM IV: First-Year Project, Managing Organizations, Operations Management, ElectivesBroad ElectivesAccounting, Communication, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Ethics & Social Responsibility, Finance, Healthcare, Marketing, Operations & Management Science, Organizational Behaviour, StrategySalaryMedian Base Salary: USD 175,000 (1.65 Cr)Median Signing Bonus: USD 30,000 Top IndustriesConsulting, Technology, and Finance

Question 19

How can I get into Dartmouth College for an MBA?

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Getting admission to MBA is competitive, but not impossible. Mentioned below in detail are entry requirements-Application and Application FeeStudents must submit the completed application form, along with sum of USD 250 as Dartmouth College application fee for PG courses.Academic TranscriptsLOR Standardized Test Scores-GMAT: Overall score 727-GRE: Verbal range: 150 - 169 | Quant range: 148 - 170EssayCVShort-term GoalsTOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic ScoresAll applicants whose native language isn't English must submit their English language exam scores.

Question 20

Is Dartmouth College a prestigious university?

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With the rank #52 in the USA in Shiksha Popularity Rankings, Dartmouth College is a reputed global college. Also, it is a part of the eight prestigious Ivy League universities. Some of the top-ranked Dartmouth College courses are in MS, MBA and Other PG.Mentioned below are the comprehensive Dartmouth College rankings, as per the Shiksha Popular Rankings:CourseShiksha Rankings 2026Rank in the USA#52MS in Biomedical Engineering#55MBA#14Shiksha Popularity Ranking is a ranking system that simplifies the journey of choosing the best university for studying abroad. It aggregates the ranks of some of the top-ranking bodies with a clear number nationally, both at the university and course levels.

Question 21

Where is Dartmouth College located?

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Dartmouth College is in city of Hanover, New Hampshire, USA. It attract good minds from all over the world. Since college is in traditional, unceded Abenaki homelands, students get to explore nearby mountains, pines and pastoral setting in deep green Upper Connecticut River Valley.ParticularsDetailsLocationHanover, New Hampshire, USASize269 acresFacultiesLiberal Arts College, Medical School, School of Engineering, Business School

Question 22

Does Dartmouth College have a museum?

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Yes, Dartmouth College has famous museum named Hood Museum of Art. It first opened its doors in 1985. Dartmouth's collection of oldest and largest of any college in USA were under one roof to be made available to faculty, students and public. It has historic pieces of work showing diverse artistic traditions of 6 continents, such as Native American, European and American, Asian, Indigenous Australian, African and Melanesian art.

Question 23

What is student life like at Dartmouth College?

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With 400+ student organizations, 35 varsity teams, 33 sports clubs and many campus centres, Dartmouth College provide students opportunities to engage in interests other than academic studies. To enjoy Dartmouth College campus life, students can participate in clubs, join debate society, write for film festival, etc. Few activities and facilities that can be accessed by Dartmouth College students are mentioned below-The Dartmouth GreenMulticultural ActivitiesClubs & OrganizationsHousing & DiningAthletics & Recreation

Question 24

Do Dartmouth College students live on campus?

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Dartmouth University offers housing opportunities to undergraduate students. However, it does guarantee accommodation. About 80% of juniors and seniors and 88-90% of all undergraduate students live on campus in the university's residence halls, living learning communities, and greek housing.Interestingly, the university offers gender inclusive housing that is supportive of students who identify as trans, genderqueer, and/or gender non-conforming. Every House Community and Living Learning Community has gender inclusive housing options. Housing assignments in mixed-gender rooms are made on a case by case basis.

Dartmouth College Course Name	Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2026 (World)	Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2026 (Country)
M.A.	#230	#68
Others PG	#137	#41
MBA/PGDM	#43	#22
MS	#337	#96
MIM	#225	#61

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