Student Handbook

Although we no longer publish a hard copy of the Bates College Student Handbook, all of the topics previously covered in the handbook can be found via the links below. Please see any member of the Student Affairs office with any questions you may have.

  1. Bates Vision, Values & Legacy
  2. Diversity and Inclusion
  3. History of Bates College
  4. Office of the President / College Governance
  5. Faculty Governance & Policies
  6. Academics
  7. Degree Requirements
  8. Course Registration
  9. Examinations
  10. Off-Campus Study
  11. Information & Library Services
  12. Registrar & Academic Systems
  13. Leaves of Absence, Withdrawals, Dismissals & Reinstatement
  14. Student Affairs
  15. Housing & Residence Life
  16. Dorm Damage
  17. Housing Lottery
  18. Cars on Campus / Parking
  19. Campus Life
  20. Athletics
  21. Center for Purposeful Work
  22. College Store
  23. Dining Services
  24. Health Services
  25. Student Center for Belonging and Community
  26. Post & Print
  27. Facility Services
  28. Religious Life & the Multifaith Chaplaincy
  29. Campus Safety
  30. Student Employment Office
  31. Harward Center for Community Partnerships
  32. Student Financial Services
  33. Bates A to Z
  34. College Alcohol & Drug Policy
  35. Information & Library Services Acceptable Use Policy
  36. Learning Differences & Accessible Education
  37. College Code of Conduct & Disciplinary Processes
  38. Equal Opportunity, Non-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment Policy
  39. Non-discrimination Policy Statement
  40. Residence Hall & Dining Service Regulations