Bates College
Lewiston, ME
13%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,164 |
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| Declined | 7,773 |
| Total Received | 8,937 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| University of Vermont | Burlington, VT |
| Bowdoin College | Brunswick, ME |
| Boston University | Boston, MA |
| Brown University | Providence, RI |
| Colby College | Waterville, ME |
| Washington State University | Pullman, WA |
| Tufts University | Medford, MA |
| Wesleyan University | Middletown, CT |
| Colgate University | Hamilton, NY |
| University of Rhode Island | Kingston, RI |
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Founded in 1855, Bates College is a private nonprofit highly selective liberal arts college that is known for its strong academic programs and its commitment to providing students with a challenging and enriching educational experience. It is located on a 133-acre campus in Lewiston, Maine—35 miles northeast of Portland.
| Official website | Visit website |
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| Application link | Apply online |
| Public/private | Private |
| Campus enrollment | 1,753 |
| Established in | 1855 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational |
| Religious affiliation | Other |
133-acre campus in Lewiston (Lewiston population: 36,221), 35 miles from Portland and 145 miles from Boston. Served by air and bus; major airport serves Portland. School operates transportation in the local area. Public transportation serves campus.
Bates College
2 Andrews Road
Lewiston, ME
04240
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| Application fee | $60 |
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| Admissions interview (required or recommended) | Recommended |
| Common application accepted | Yes |
| Application deadline (final deadline) | January 1 |
| School has early decision program | Yes |
| Early decision program application deadline | November 15 |
| SAT/ACT requirements | SAT or ACT Considered if submitted |
13%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,164 |
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| Declined | 7,773 |
| Total Received | 8,937 |
Recommendations
Secondary School Record
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47%
$52,190
| Tuition | $63,478 |
| Housing & Food | $17,904 |
| Additional fees | $1,250 |
| Books & supplies | $900 |
| Total | $83,532 |
| Average Financial Aid | - $52,190 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $31,342 |
Need-based
| Federal | $1,255,892 |
| State | $47,450 |
| Institutional | $35,646,423 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $36,949,765 |
Non-need-based
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| Other external | $2,605,072 |
| Total | $2,605,072 |
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| Net Price Calculator | Visit calculator |
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P: 207 786-6096
F: 207 786-8350
finaid@bates.edu
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basketball, equestrian sports, fencing, field hockey, ice hockey, rugby, sailing, skiing, soccer, squash, ultimate Frisbee, water polo, volleyball
basketball, equestrian sports, fencing, field hockey, ice hockey, lacrosse, rugby, sailing, skiing, soccer, squash, ultimate Frisbee, water polo, volleyball
badminton, ballroom dance team, billiards, Bollywood dance team, circus arts, cycling, dance, figure skating, fishing, golf, hip hop dance, running, shredding sports, spikeball, Special Olympics, triathlon, weight lifting, yoga
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8
Transfer applicants enrolled
0%
Students are transfer students
| Minimum requirements | |
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| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
| High school transcript | Required of All |
| Interview | Recommended of All |
| Standardized test scores | Not Required/Recommended |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
Maximum transferred
16
Minimum transfers must complete
16
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 61 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada China India Pakistan Vietnam The United Kingdom |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
International student center Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
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