by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Bates worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Bates is ranked #2,752 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within Maine, it ranks #23 of 26 for value.
These Bates majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Research & Experimental Psychology | #85 of 109 |
| Psychology | #85 of 109 |
| Child Development & Psychology | #124 of 160 |
| Neurosciences | #130 of 174 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | #134 of 179 |
| Biology | #134 of 179 |
| Economics | #170 of 234 |
| Econometrics & Quantitative Economics | #170 of 234 |
| Biochemistry | #191 of 237 |
| Environmental Studies | #193 of 249 |
Read the full Bates value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Bates College is ranked #3 out of #26 in Maine for quality and #23 out of #26 for Maine value.
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Bates College is ranked #2,752 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Bates College is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Bates costs about $61,318. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $245,271 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $83,532 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $29,351 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $61,318 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $245,271 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Bates net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Bates degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $334,128 | — | — |
| All Students | $245,271 | #2,752 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $117,404 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $334,128 | — | — |
| All Students | $245,271 | #23 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $117,404 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Bates shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $4,263 |
| $30K–$48K | $6,296 |
| $48K–$75K | $8,602 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,744 |
| Over $110K | $49,109 |
About 41% of Bates undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $57,162 per year. Get more details on the Bates financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Bates cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.