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ACCEPTANCE RATE

12.14%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

46%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

10:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$42,790

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Chemistry Degree

The chemistry degree program at Bates College offers students a chance to gain instruction on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the process of chemical change, and theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena. Students who graduate the chemistry degree program can seek a future in jobs or career paths such as forensic science, chemical engineering, biochemistry, environmental law, metallurgy, teaching, pharmaceuticals, petroleum and natural gas industry, oceanography, and more. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer chemistry degrees.

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Bates College (Bates)

105 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, ME

Bates College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Lewiston, Maine, which is a predominantly urban area. Bates College has a yearly student enrollment of over 1,700.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Bates College offers:

  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences
  • English Language And Literature
  • History

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Admission to this school is considered highly competitive, with only 30 percent of applicants being admitted each year. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $47,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Bates College Bobcats participate in a number of athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and much more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.bates.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Chemistry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bates offers a bachelor's degree program in chemistry.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male5
Female3

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
White7
Multiple Races1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Chemistry program at Bates, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Chemists

Description

Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chemists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.6% from 2014 to 2024

Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances. Work may include instruction in the methods of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Bates College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Bates College may offer student services including:

  • Career path counseling
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Bates College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (New England Small College Ath Conf)
  • Basketball (New England Small College Ath Conf)
  • Track and Field (New England Small College Ath Conf)
  • Field Hockey
  • Football (New England Small College Ath Conf)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Rowing
  • Skiing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Squash
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Other Sports
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