Office of Financial Aid
Committed to helping Bennington students afford their college education
Our Financial Aid team looks forward to speaking with you about financing your Bennington education. Please give us a call or email your questions to finaid@bennington.edu, and we will connect you with the appropriate counselor.
At times during the busy spring application season, staff may not be immediately available when you call, but be sure to leave us a message, and your call will be returned within 24 hours.
Contact
- 802-440-4325
- 802-440-4880 (fax)
- finaid@bennington.edu
- Mailing address:
1 College Drive
Bennington VT 05250
Location
- Barn 104
Hours
- During Term: M–F 9:00AM–5:00PM
- FWT: M–F 8:30AM–4:00PM
- Summer: M-Th 8:30AM-4:00 PM, F 8:30 AM-12:00 PM
Patrick Bredehoft
Deirdre Bairstow-Allen
Jamie Fortier
Michelle Rodda
Counselor for MFA and MFA in Writing students, Loan Coordinator
Amy Starr
Counselor for undergraduate and transfer students
2026–27 FAFSA Form Now Available!
The 2026–27 FAFSA® form is now available for all students and contributors. Complete the form at the link below to apply for financial aid.
FAFSA Festival (External Event)
January 15, 2026 | 4:00-6:00pm
If you or your family would benefit from one-on-one help completing the FAFSA, the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA) is offering free virtual assistance through its upcoming FAFSA Festival on Thursday, January 15, 4:00–6:00 p.m.
This is an external resource; the event and registration is managed directly by MEFA.