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.

Move-In Day

The Class of 2023 arrives on campus. Students move into their new residences, attend meetings, eat lunch, pick up AESOP equipment, hear the President's Greeting on the Historic Quad, and say goodbye to their families.

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.


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Connect 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.


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On-Demand Tours

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.


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.

Link to download the Bates Visit App from the Apple app store
Link to download the Bates Visit App from the Google Play app store

Additional Campus Visit Resources