Admissions Overview
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.
Selectivity
14%
Very Selective
Application Volume
8,273
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
46%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Bates College has a 14% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Bates College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$60
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Bates College. About 17% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,420 to 1,520. Additionally, about 12% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 32 to 33.
SAT Scores
17% of students submitted400
1600
1420 – 1520
200
800
700 – 750
200
800
720 – 770
ACT Scores
12% of students submitted1
36
32 – 33
Admission Statistics
8,273 students applied to Bates. Of those, 14% were accepted (1,137 students). Of these 1,137 accepted students, 518 chose to enroll.
8,273
Total Applicants
1,137
Students Admitted
518
Students Enrolled
14%
Acceptance Rate