Your chances of getting into Bates College
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at Bates is 13.7%. Its admission rate is the 3rd lowest in Maine and the 51st lowest the nation.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Bates and can you get accepted?
Bates is a very highly competitive school to get into. You have a low chance of acceptance even if you meet the admission criteria. It's important that you meet their GPA requirements to get through the first round of consideration. Last year, only 1,137 out of the 8,273 who applied were admitted.
Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 46% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
Can you get into Bates?
14% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.
Admission Requirements in Brief
To have the best chance of getting into to Bates College you should:
- Score 1470 on the SAT
- Score 32 on the ACT
- Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class
Bates GPA
GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Bates College has not reported high school GPA data for its accepted students.
Bates SAT Scores
Testing Requirements
Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Bates College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 17% of students submitted SAT scores and 12% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 25th Percentile | 700 |
| Math 25th Percentile | 720 |
| Composite 25th Percentile | 1420 |
| SAT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 75th Percentile | 750 |
| Math 75th Percentile | 770 |
| Composite 75th Percentile | 1520 |
| Average SAT Score | 1470
|
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Bates College?
Average Score & Range
The average SAT score at Bates is 1470 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1420-1520. Students who get into Bates College score in the top 4 percent of all SAT test takers.. Bates ranks #3 in the state of Maine and #47 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.
Score for Acceptance
You should target scoring 1470 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Bates regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1420 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1420, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1370, but scores this low are outside the normal range.
Score Submission Requirements
Bates College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".
View other colleges which accept students in the 1470 SAT score range.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting classChance of Acceptance by SAT Score
The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1470, you have around a 14% chance of being admitted. A 1520 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 24% chance of getting in.
Bates ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 25th Percentile | N/A |
| Math 25th Percentile | N/A |
| Composite 25th Percentile | 32 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Math 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Composite 75th Percentile | 33 |
| Average ACT Score | 32
|
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Bates?
Score Range
The average ACT score for admitted students to Bates is 32, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 32 and 33. The school ranks #3 in Maine and #63 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.
Score for Acceptance
For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 32. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 32 and score in the score in the top 3 percent nationally.
12 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Bates College.
Score Submission Requirements
You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Bates College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".
Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting classChance of Acceptance by ACT Score
Here are your predicted chances of getting into Bates for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 32 score has around 14% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 37% with a 33 ACT score.
High School Class Rank
62% of Bates College freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 62% |
| Top 25% of class | 87% |
| Top 50% of class | 100% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 4,516 | 3,757 | 8,273 |
| Accepted | 627 | 510 | 1,137 |
| Acceptance Rate | 14% | 14% | 14% |
| Enrolled | 282 | 236 | 518 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 45% | 46% | 46% |
Fall 2024 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Days left to Apply
The application deadline for Fall 2024 has passed. Applications were due on Jan 1, 2024.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Bates College is $60.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Bates College and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional) |
| High School GPA | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted |
| High School Class Rank | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted |
| Recommendations | Required to be considered for admission |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | No |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=160977 IPEDS survey data for Bates College.
FAQs
Does Bates College prefer SAT or ACT?
17% of students submit their SAT scores to Bates. 12% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Bates College?
14% of those who apply are granted admission to Bates. Admission competition is very high and the college has exceptional admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Bates College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1420 and 1520. The average SAT score is 1470. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Bates College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 32 and 33. The average ACT score is 32. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.