Bennett college was founded in 1890 by May F. Bennett. In 1907 the school had an enrollment of 120 students and a faculty of 29. Originally named the Bennett School for Girls, the course of study was six years (four years of high school and two years of higher study). In the early 20th century, the school discontinued high school courses and became a junior college only. The two year curriculum continued through the 1970's. Generations of young women from prominent American families attended Bennett over it's 90 year history. At the time of its closing, enrollment was around 300 students.
