Lewiston, ME · Waterville, ME · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Bates College | Colby College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 13.0% | 6.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $63,478 | $66,600 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $63,478 | $66,600 |
| Average Net Price | $11,288 | $8,937 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 90.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Bates College accepts 13.0% of applicants. Colby College accepts 6.8%. Bates College's tuition is $63,478. Colby College's is $66,600. Bates College is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 91% at Bates College, 90% at Colby College.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Colby College. It accepts 6.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Bates College has lower published tuition: $63,478 versus $66,600. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Bates College is at 91%; Colby College is at 90%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.