Rankings of Bates College

PROS

• The food is one of the most common points of praise from students and visitors alike, many saying that the cafeteria options are varied and the prices fair for the quality given.
• Bates offers a mutually -supportive environment, with teachers and students described as friendly, approachable, and enthusiastic.
• Learners tend to express that cultural diversity could be better, although international students feel safe and welcome.

CONS

• Students should be prepared for long winters due to the location of this university.
• Numerous students have complained that the quality of the student residences is lower than in other comparable universities. Students recommend avoiding Smith dorm if possible, as it has the worst reputation for both its rooms and the noise levels.
• A recurring comment is that many students are from an upper class demographic and that there is not much diversity of social classes, according to students.