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Enrollment Deposit

How much is Bates's enrollment deposit?

Bates College requires a deposit of $300 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

61.00%

Bates College is in the top 61.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

50.00%

Bates College is in the top 50.00% of colleges in the state of Maine for deposit cost. 12.50% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

53.80%

Bates College is in the top 53.80% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Bates College educates a diverse community of 1,790 students, with 1,790 pursuing undergraduate degrees and engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

1,790


Total Undergraduates

1,790


Full-Time vs Part-Time

100% Full-Time

0% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Bates College has a 14% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Bates College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1480.


Acceptance Rate

14%


Application Fee

$60

How Do I Apply to Bates College?

You can apply to Bates College by going to the official application page and paying the $60 application fee.


SAT

Students submitting SAT

17%

Total Score

400

1600

14201520

Reading and Writing

200

800

700750

Math

200

800

720770

ACT

Students submitting ACT

12%

Composite Score

0

36

3233

English

0

36

00

Math

0

36

200200

Location

Located in Lewiston, ME, Bates College offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.


City

Lewiston


County

Androscoggin County


State

Maine


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Small

About

Bates College features a student-focused approach with a 10 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

10 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Bates College makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $27,491 with 39% of students receiving financial assistance including 9% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$27,491


Received Aid

39%


Pell Recipients

9%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $63,478

Out-of-State: $63,478

Demographics

The Bates College student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 9% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
846 (47%)
Women
944 (53%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
19 (1%)
18-19
884 (49%)
20-21
740 (41%)
22-24
142 (8%)
Over 25
5 (0%)

Outcomes

Bates College prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 92% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

92%

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