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Bates College

Lewiston, MEPrivate1,760 undergradsCommon App
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Acceptance rate
13.3%
SAT middle 50%
1420–1530
ACT middle 50%
31–34
Next deadline
Nov 15
Application fee
$0

✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 15, 2026 Early Decision Decision by December 20 · Binding 6 days left
Jan 10, 2027 Early Decision II Decision by February 15 · Binding 62 days left
Jan 10, 2027 Regular Decision Decision by April 1 · Non-binding 62 days left
“The deadline for EDI is November 15, and the EDII deadline is January 10.”
Source: bates.edu · checked Nov 1, 2026 · How we check

Application Common Application, Coalition Application, Powered by Scoir, QuestBridge National College Match
Testing Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Fee No application fee

Tuition & fees
$70,146
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$98,373
6-year graduation
88%
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