Bates College is a private nonprofit, baccalaureate institution in Maine. This report summarizes post-graduation outcomes from public federal data for 2025.
Median earnings, 10 years after entry
$69,498
92nd percentile nationally
Median 6 yr
$59,202
after entry
Median 8 yr
$69,879
after entry
Median 10 yr
$69,498
after entry
National percentile
92nd
10-yr earnings
Median 10-year earnings vs. 1,500 US institutions
Graduates earn $69,498 ten years after entry — top 8% nationally.
Top programs by share of completions
These 8 program areas account for 88% of completions at Bates College.