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A private, highly selective, residential college devoted to undergraduate study in the liberal arts, Bates has always stood firmly for the ideals of academic rigor, intellectual curiosity, egalitarianism, social justice and freedom.

While your college essay is being combed over by everyone you know, ask them also to take a look at your short responses and supplemental essays (though remember–we do not have a supplemental essay at Bates!).

Bates College is very selective with an acceptance rate of 14%. Students that get into Bates College have an SAT score between 1340–1500* or an ACT score of 31–33*. Regular applications are due January 10.

The intent to apply for need-based financial aid must be indicated prior to the release of your admission decision. Is Bates College need-aware? Yes. This means that, on occasion, a student's financial need may impact their admission decision.

To have the best shot of getting in, you should aim for the 75th percentile, with a 1500 SAT or a 33 ACT. You should also have a 3.88 GPA or higher. If your GPA is lower than this, you need to compensate with a higher SAT/ACT score.

The Bates College acceptance rate is 14%. This means that the institution accepts 13 out of every 100 applicants.

You should also have a 3.88 GPA or higher. If your GPA is lower than this, you need to compensate with a higher SAT/ACT score. For a school as selective as Bates College, you'll also need to impress them with the rest of your application.

Standardized Test Scores (Optional) The SAT and the ACT is optional for all students applying to Bates. Read more about our test-optional policy. For applicants who would like their testing to be considered, Bates will accept both official and self-reported test scores.