Bates College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$27,491
Average Net Price
39%
Receive Aid
9%
Pell Recipients
Moderate
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Bates College is $27,491 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$27,491

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$4,512
$30,001-48,000$5,529
$48,001-75,000$10,800
$75,001-110,000$20,211
$110,000+$45,686

Financial Aid

Bates College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 39% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 9% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

39%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

9%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $63,478 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $63,478. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $65,878, which is 14% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $63,478

Out-of-State: $63,478

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$63,478
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$78,678

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$63,478
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$78,178

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$63,478
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$78,678

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$63,478
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$78,678

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$63,478
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$67,178

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$63,478
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$67,678

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Bates's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Bates College has increased costs by $1,260, representing a 4.8% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$26,231

Current Year

$27,491

Change

+$1,260

Affordability & Value

Bates College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Moderate

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid39%
Pell grant recipients9%
Student-faculty ratio10:1