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Bates College Women's Basketball

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 Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at Bates College who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

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

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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 Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Alison Montgomery, the Head Coach, leads the Bates College Women's Basketball staff of 4 coaches, verified June 2026. Bates College (Bates) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball 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 Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Alison Montgomery, the Head Coach and Jack Stannard, the Assistant Coach. Bates College has 4 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats 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 a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Alison 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 game with updated results.
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Questions

Bates College Women's Basketball 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 Women's Basketball, 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 Women's Basketball in?

The New England Small College Athletic Conference.

Does Bates College offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

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

How many coaches does Bates College Women's Basketball have?

4 coaches, led by Alison Montgomery, the Head Coach.

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 Women's Basketball coaches?

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

Coaching staff verified June 2026