Welcome, Parents and Families!

We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026 with Bates families and friends on campus in May.

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Commencement Updates

We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026 with Bates families and friends on campus in May.

Stay Informed

Commencement Updates

Incoming Bates families can familiarize themselves with their students’ transition to campus life.

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Incoming Family Resources

Incoming Bates families can familiarize themselves with their students’ transition to campus life.

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Incoming Family Resources

Be sure to get up-to-date information from the Bates Parent Team. We look forward to connecting with you!

Update Your Contact Info

Update Your Contact Info

Be sure to get up-to-date information from the Bates Parent Team. We look forward to connecting with you!

Update Your Contact Info

Update Your Contact Info

The resources below will help you access key college resources, get involved with the college, and remind your student where to go for answers.

Have a question that isn’t answered here? Contact us at parents@bates.edu or 207-786-6242. Our working hours are 8 am-4:30 pm Eastern.

We’ve curated tools and resources to help you and your student navigate life at Bates.

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Discover upcoming Parent & Family events near you and on campus.

Learn how you can be involved with the Bates Community through various volunteer opportunities.

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Help all students succeed in areas such as academics, residential life, & library resources.