Bates College
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 14%
Average High School GPA: 4.0 (Weighted)
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1350-1510
ACT Range: 31-34
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 1,900
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $64,500
Out-of-State Tuition: $64,500
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Lewiston, Maine
Setting: Small City
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 22°F (-6°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 69°F (21°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 42 inches (1,070 mm)
Nearest Airport: Portland International Jetport (PWM) — Approximately 35 miles (40-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @batescollege
Swim team instagram: @batesswimanddive
Twitter: @BatesCollege
Facebook: Bates College
LinkedIn: Bates College
YouTube: Arizona State University
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
NCAA Division III
New England Small College Athletic Conference
Nickname: Bobcats
Mascot: Garnet the Bobcat
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Mona Plummer Aquatic Complex
Head Coach: Herbie Behm
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #6
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in Big XII
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #19
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in Big XII
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Forbes Top Colleges
#80
#52
In Private Colleges
#20
In Liberal Arts Universities
#39
In The Northeast
#36
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A
Academics: A+
Diversity: A
Athletics: B-
Professors: A
Dorms: B+
Student Life: B
Value: A-
Campus: B+
Party Scene: B
Location: C-
Campus Food: A+
Safety: C+
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #110 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: NR
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