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Bates College Men's Equestrian

Bates College (Bates) · Lewiston, Maine · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate13%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate90%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,760Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty9 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Bates College Men's Equestrian coaches

Coaches at Bates College who recruit Men's Equestrian, head coach first.

We don't list Men's Equestrian coaches for Bates College yet. See their staff directory

Athletics

The program

Where Bates College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
New England Small College Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
gobatesbobcats.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1420–1530
ACTMiddle 50%: 31–34

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

African-American/Black StudiesAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAncient Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
9 : 1
Graduation rate
90% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$66,590
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$26,658
Campus

Where it is

Bates College in Lewiston.

Location
Lewiston, Maine
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
bates.edu
Overview

About Bates College Men's Equestrian

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Bates College (Bates) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Equestrian as a member of the New England Small College Athletic Conference. Bates College is a small private school in Lewiston, Maine with 1,760 undergraduates, a 13% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,658 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Bates College Men's Equestrian

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail the head coach and any assistant who recruits your position. Coaches read emails addressed to them by name.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your discipline (hunt seat, western or jumping), show record and highest fences or patterns in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude recent rounds on different horses, with the link near the top so the coach can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Bates College typically score 1420–1530 on the SAT and 31–34 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Bates College staff after a week, and again after your next show with updated results.
Questions

Bates College Men's Equestrian FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Bates College D3?

Yes. Bates College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Equestrian, in the New England Small College Athletic Conference.

Is Bates College public or private?

Bates College is a private nonprofit school in Lewiston, Maine.

What conference is Bates College Men's Equestrian in?

The New England Small College Athletic Conference.

Does Bates College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Equestrian?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How much does Bates College cost?

In-state tuition is $66,590 and out-of-state tuition is $66,590 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,658.

What is the Bates College acceptance rate?

13% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Bates College?

Admitted students typically score 1420–1530 on the SAT and 31–34 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Bates College Men's Equestrian coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.