Connect with Bates
Engage With Us
There are many ways to get to know Bates. We offer a variety of experiences, both in-person and virtual, so that you can explore our campus wherever you are. Here are three types of experiences we encourage you to consider.
Visit In-Person
We can’t wait to meet you! Join us for an in-person campus tour and information session. Spending time on campus is a great way to get to know Bates. During your visit, observe the day-to-day life of students. Bates offers in-person campus tours guided by a current student to provide greater insight on our campus and community.
Notice to Bates visitors and the Bates community:
Beginning May 5, 2025 the Bates Admission building, Lindholm House, will be closed for renovation. During the month of May and early June, the Admission team will not be hosting in-person tours or information sessions. Campus is still open, and visitors may choose to take self-guided tours using our Visit Bates App.
In-person campus information sessions and tours led by Admission will resume on Monday, June 9. Reservations are available on our website. Campus visits at this time will instead begin from Bonney Science Center (map), which is a short walk from Lindholm House.
Please note that during construction the Office of Admission is still at work. You may reach out to your regional counselor or dean. If you have any questions or concerns about visiting campus during this time, particularly if you are an admitted student, please contact Admission at 207.786.6000 or admission@bates.edu.
Visit Virtually
Learn about Bates and get an in-depth look at our admission process, students, and campus. You can register for one of our virtual information sessions, or our ever-popular, Bobcat Chats — student-led panel discussions on Bates life.
On-Demand Virtual Tour
Want to explore Bates at your own pace? Our virtual on-demand experiences gives you access to our campus 24 hours a day from the comfort of where you are.
Ask a Student
Students in our Office of Admission are eager to answer your questions. Learn more here.
Alumni Conversations
An Alumni Conversation is an opportunity for prospective students to connect one-on-one with a Bates graduate and ask the deeper and specific questions that will help you determine if Bates aligns with your interests and aspirations. Learn more here.
Contact the Office of Admission
Bates Office of Admission
Lindholm House
23 Campus Avenue
Lewiston, Maine 04240 (Map)
207-786-6000 (9 am – 4 pm ET, Monday through Friday)
admission@bates.edu
List of the Bates College Admission team by regional representative
Follow Us on Social
Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, and YouTube. Find links to our social channels and see what we’re posting on the Conversation.
Download our Bates Visit App
Download our Bates Visit App for greater ease when navigating, visiting, or learning more about the Bates campus. Use the links below to download the app on your mobile device. If you’re visiting for a special event, check your event emails for special app instructions.
