by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 1,876 undergraduates in 2020, Bates is a small, private college located in Lewiston, Maine. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Bates offers a “study abroad” program.
Individuals with disabilities make up 11.0% of the student population at Bates. For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Bates Disability Services.
Bates not only offers on-campus housing, they require freshmen to live on campus. If you are a returning adult or veteran, you can inquire about being exempted from such a requirement.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Bates has a comparatively small, student body. There were 1,876 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,876 (100.0%). Part-time attendance was N/A (N/A).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,876 | N/A | 1,876 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Bates receives top marks for overall diversity. We rank Bates #65 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Bates by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Bates Diversity Guide.
Bates has a total of 850 student athletes, 454 men and 396 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $5,037,676 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $5,010,858 |
| Net | $26,818 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Bates College Athletics