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Highly selective — strong graduate outcomes
Bates College is a private institution in Lewiston with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1446, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.8K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
91% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,498 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $30,703.
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SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1446
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Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$30,703
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
85.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,442
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
13
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
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Campus security, emergency notification system
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Source: Wikipedia
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Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average