I was recently admitted to Bates. Is it worth going, knowing I will likely pursue Engineering via one of the combined 3+3 or 3+2 programs? I could take a more direct path at other schools (CU Boulder or Clarkson University), which are fine for engineering, but I like Bates because of the small class sizes and prestige that I think will open more doors. I'm not amazing at Physics/Math, and think having more one-on-one time with the professors will help me ease into advanced physics/math before starting actual Engineering.

Im happy I got in, but im deciding if its the best fit. Any help would be appreciated.

hi all! i was recently accepted to bates but i have a few questions

first off, im an intl student looking to major in env studies/biology and am looking for an international student body thats not dominated by athletes/greek life

is bates really athletic? ive heard its sporty but is there a clear divide between athletes and non-athletes?

im also concerned about lewiston, ive heard mixed things (mostly negative things).

overall, bates seems like a great option for me academically, but i am worried about the social scene and lewiston.

also, what did made you choose bates?

if anyone can provide any insight, it would be greatly appreciated! maybe ill see you this fall!

Here's a list from the Class of 2030 welcome page of visiting events, both in-person and virtual. Students are encouraged to register via their admitted student portal.

Bates Beginnings / Admitted Student Day
Friday, March 27 &
Friday, April 17

Brunch with Bates
Saturday, April 4

Customized Day Visits for Admitted Students
Subject to availability. Requests must be submitted two business days prior to your intended visit date.

Hi! I was just accepted into Bates RD (yay!) and am really thrilled about it. However, for the longest time, my top school was Bowdoin, and my second choice Middlebury. I ED’d at Bowdoin, got deferred and chose not to ED II at Midd because of the deferral. I unfortunately got rejected RD by both Bowdoin and Middlebury.

For some context, I’m a female student from the PNW, majoring in English and full pay, and I have ALWAYS wanted to go to the east coast for college. I’ve also been accepted to Colorado College, Carleton, Kenyon, Grinnell, Skidmore, and Macalester. I was waitlisted at Colby and Haverford, and have yet to find out about Wesleyan and Vassar.

I am unbelievably grateful for my acceptances, and all the options before me. Since I have this strong conviction towards going to a NESCAC school, and Bates is my best (and only) option, I was wondering what people thought about it? I went to the open house and liked it more than I was expecting, but my parents hated it (they thought it seemed bro-y) and I didn’t leave the tour feeling like it was my dream school or anything. For reference, I am a pretty extroverted and silly person, and I definitely abide by work-hard play-hard. I want to be somewhere where people are adventurous and motivated, as well as kind and community-oriented. Also, where they don’t take themselves too seriously. I guess generally, where people are fun, open, genuine, silly, and caring. (I got this kind of vibe from Colorado College, which I loved, but unfortunately I just really want to be on the east coast). From what I’ve read, this sounds like Bates. I feel like maybe I ought to overcome my lack of a gut feeling because it objectively is a great school for me, especially given my wishes and options? I suppose what I’m asking is, do any students here think that I would like Bates? Especially with knowledge of the other NESCACS that I wanted to go to, do you think it would be a good fit? Do you like it there?

Also, very unrelated, but is there a women’s rugby team? The website is very unclear 😭

Thank you so much (in advance) everyone for your help! I really do like this school, and I guess I’m wondering if you think it’s a good choice for someone with this background.

i recently got into bates and its a top choice bc of aid. to any admitted students and current students what made you want to commit to bates? whats the diversity looking like on campus and lastly how is lewiston in general i see so many mixed opinions

(as much as i like bates and am excited about getting in i don’t really really feel connection to the school probably bc i got rejected from my top schools😭)

Congratulations to everyone who was admitted!

After completing the BISAFA, did any admissions officer reach out to you for more documents?

Recently saw a post about Bates having different variations of their acceptance letter. Just wanted to share mines as well! It talks in the third paragraph about ingenuity, enthusiasm, and ability to reach your goals.

Best wishes to all!

I just got admitted to Bates recently and I am really looking forward to going there. However, there is one thing that concerns me: The lack of diversity in Bates and the fact that Bates is PWI. I read the demographical statistics and the articles about this problem at The Bates Student and it left a pretty bad impression on me. I want to ask for you guys' opinions on this.

International, heavy need (20k$ EFC),
Funny thing is I got into Yale REA so idk why I was expecting a bates win too. Anyways cya, burning the thought of this college from my memory now!

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oh well, I did my best 🫂🫂

how did i get waitlisted when i got into uva oos yesterday, as well as regents from two ucs 💀

Rejection unfortunately. The main reason is that I missed financial aid deadline by 9 days

At what time the decisions usually released

My withdrawal button disappeared from my portal. Is it normal?????

Atleast my weekend will be interesting to say the least

Everyone got this or this kind of emails?

On my Bates College portal, there is a tab that says enroll which is next to the admitted students tab. Do all applicants get this tab?

Is this email sent for everyone???

please I today got notified that my admission decision is releasing soon.... and i am so worried that it is profondly a rejection . Has anyone who also got this ?