Overview

Dartmouth has long been invested in providing equitable opportunities and supporting individuals in pursuit of excellence and knowledge. The college is pursuing diversity initiatives with renewed vigor, given our changing times, and is striving to be at the forefront of change in academia.

Graduate students at Dartmouth’s commencement ceremony. (Photo by Eli Burakian ’00)

First-Generation Students

First-generation students are those for whom neither parent graduated from a four-year college. Dartmouth offers close mentor relationships that can help you feel supported throughout your academic career.

LGBTQA Persons

Dartmouth has a strong lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning community. Get involved in our student groups and learn more about Triangle House, our Living Learning Community.

Parents & Caregivers

The Upper Valley is a great place to raise children and there are numerous events, groups and activities taking place all year round.

Persons with Disabilities

Dartmouth encourages individuals with disabilities to apply for admission with the expectation that Dartmouth will provide reasonable access to all graduate programs.

Service Members & Veterans

Veterans often come to Dartmouth with unique knowledge and experience that enhances our academically motivated and diverse student body.

Underrepresented Minorities

Dartmouth believes that a 21st-century liberal arts education integrates respect for, and understanding of, the unique and essential benefits of living, learning, and engaging in an inclusive global community.

Women

The Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies offers a variety of programs, events, and support for women, particularly those pursuing a career in the science, technology, engineering, and math fields.

THE OFFICE OF INSTITUTIONAL DIVERSITY AND EQUITY

IDE provides consultations, advising, and referral to groups and individuals across campus interested in creating opportunities for exchange and learning related to diversity and equity.