Bates  /  Financial aid

Paying for Bates

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Bates actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Bates's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$2,397/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$8,958/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$11,336/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$19,468/yr after aid
$110k+$45,886/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$85,370
Tuition & fees$66,590
Room & board$20,800
Average net price$26,658
Students on aid41%
Financial needMeets 100% of demonstrated need
International studentsOffers need-based aid to international students

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