Bates College
Lewiston, ME · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1420 and 1530 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
Popular programs at Bates College
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research and Experimental Psychology. | 83 | |
| 2 | Economics. | 68 | |
| 3 | Political Science and Government. | 57 | |
| 4 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 40 | |
| 5 | Biology, General. | 37 | |
| 6 | Sociology. | 35 | |
| 7 | Mathematics. | 27 | |
| 8 | History. | 26 | |
| 9 | Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | 21 | |
| 10 | English Language and Literature, General. | 20 | |
| 11 | Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | 20 | |
| 12 | Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | 19 | |
| 13 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 18 | |
| 14 | Physics. | 17 | |
| 15 | Area Studies. | 16 | |
| 16 | Philosophy. | 14 | |
| 17 | Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | 14 | |
| 18 | Chemistry. | 11 | |
| 19 | Music. | 10 | |
| 20 | Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | 9 |
Showing top 20 of 28 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Bates College?
Bates College has an acceptance rate of 13% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Bates College?
Admitted students at Bates College typically score between 1420 and 1530 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Bates College cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Bates College is approximately $29,351 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Bates College?
4-year graduation rate data for Bates College is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.