by our College Data Analytics TeamWhat is a Bates degree worth? College Factual's value analysis compares Bates with other schools of similar quality to see if it's priced fairly.
Bates College is ranked #2,192 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe Bates College is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
On average, a bachelor's degree from Bates will cost you about $226,830. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $56,146 and a typical 4.04 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $56,146 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.04 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $226,830 |
Depending on your personal circumstances, your net price may be well below the average Bates net price, which could make this school a better value. You may quality for more financial aid, or be able to complete your degree faster than average. Get more details on Bates cost.
Net price can vary based on your unique situation.
Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Bates.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $305,747 | #0 | F |
| All Students | $226,830 | #2,192 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $126,391 | #1,322 | D+ |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $305,747 | # | F |
| All Students | $226,830 | # | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $126,391 | # | F |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Maine.
About 48% of Bates students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Bates financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.