Bates College Reviews

"It was academically supportive but socially exclusive and very high-school like. Moreover, getting involved in opportunities outside of class to support career endevours were limited given the location of the campus which made for a very isolating expereince."

"My experience at Bates was fantastic! Professors were all extremely invested in my development and learning, Advisors were always accessible and willing to help with my personal development. The other students were extremely supportive, and there was a very collegiate and supportive environment."

"I loved going to Bates. Met great friends there, and they set me up for a successful career. I took part in lots of clubs, enjoyed amazing food at the dining hall, and always had great housing options. Even during COVID, the school made my experinece (academic and socially) amazing."

"Over the course of my four years at Bates College, it became home. This is in part thanks to my friends and teammates, but also thanks to my professors, classmates, coaches, and many others. The instruction and care given by my professors is unmatched. I would not have wanted to do my undergraduate anywhere else."

"My high degree of satisfaction with my undergraduate alma mater lies more in the quality of the students than in the quality of the education. Although the latter was very high, I was fortunate to meet people throughout my years at Bates who taught me different ways to view the world, illuminated for me that there were other types of career paths available to me than I could have possibly imagined in high school, and would remain strong influences on my professional and personal lives for the rest of my life. Additionally--and I didn't come close to appreciating this while I was at Bates--I am very proud about the values the school espouses, particularly in terms of fighting racism and other forms of inequality, but also in terms of the environment and other global issues. I really feel honored to be a graduate of the college.Read Less"