Application Rounds and Timeline
QuestBridge National College Match Program
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Visit this page to learn more about applying to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through the QuestBridge National College Match program.
Early Decision I & II
For students who decide that “ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is my first choice,” applying Early Decision (ED) is a great option. ED is binding. ED applicants who are admitted to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ agree to withdraw all applications to other colleges. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ offers two rounds of ED applications: EDI and EDII. Due to the binding nature of Early Decision, you are not permitted to apply to other binding Early Decision programs.
What is the difference between EDI and EDII?
The main difference between Early Decision I and Early Decision II is the application deadline. The deadline for EDI is November 15, and the EDII deadline is January 10. This creates two pools of Early Decision applicants, and as a result students are considered in separate rounds of competition. Check with your school counselor to select the Early Decision round that best suits your needs and school schedule.
Converting to Early Decision I
Students who have applied under Regular Decision or Early Decision II and who wish to convert their application to Early Decision I can do so by filing the Early Decision agreement () by 11:59pm ET on December 1. Applicants will receive notification of their admission decision by December 20.
Converting to Early Decision II
Students who have applied under Regular Decision and who wish to convert their application to Early Decision II can do so by filing the Early Decision agreement () by 11:59pm ET on February 1. Applicants will receive notification of their admission decision by February 15.
What if you’re not admitted under Early Decision?
Every year some Early Decision applications are denied, and others are deferred for consideration in the Regular Decision pool.
Regular Decision
The Regular Decision application round is non-binding. The application deadline for Regular Admission is January 10. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ uses the and the .
Please note that ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College does not offer mid-year or rolling admission.
Winter and Fall Transfer Admission
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ considers applications from students who have attended, or are attending, other institutions — including international students enrolled overseas.
For the transfer applicant who hasn’t yet completed a second semester at another institution, the high school transcript remains critical. For all transfer applicants, both high school and college transcripts are required. Learn more about transferring to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
Timeline
Please pay attention to these dates as you move through the application process.
| Admission Plan | Admission Application Deadlines* | Notification from ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ | Candidate’s Reply Date |
| QuestBridge Match | October 1 | December 1 from QuestBridge | December 19 |
| Winter Transfer | November 1 | Late November | November 26 |
| Early Decision I | by November 15 | by December 20 | January 10 |
| Early Decision II | by January 10 | Mid February | February 20 |
| Regular Decision | by January 10 | by April 1 | May 1 |
| Fall Transfer | by March 1 | by May 2 | May 23 |
*Financial Aid Deadlines
Details on financial aid deadlines can be found on the Student Financial Services website.
We want to ensure that a ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ education is accessible for every admitted student. Learn more about our commitment to meeting your full financial need.
Applicants can review the status of their requirements on the financial aid checklist of their at any time. For more information about the FAFSA, please visit the . These can also help you .
A Note on Supporting Application Materials
While your application and financial aid materials must be submitted by the application deadline, your supporting materials can follow soon after. Supporting materials include the required school transcripts and profile, letters of recommendation, and (if applicable) early decision agreement. Optional supporting materials are your standardized test scores or arts supplement. You can check what is missing from your application on your . Please know that during our busiest application processing times, it can take up to two weeks for materials to be reflected in your portal. Thank you for your patience.
Requesting an application deadline extension due to natural disasters or emergencies
We know that many students and educators’ personal and academic lives may be disrupted by unforeseen events. We seek to be supportive, and are eager to provide personalized guidance as appropriate. Please contact us if an emergency arises. If you need an extension to submit your application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, please email admission@bates.edu to communicate your intent to apply as well as a description of your situation. Each inquiry will be addressed on an individual basis.
If you experience technical difficulties in submitting your application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, please contact the Common Application or Coalition Application, Powered by Scoir directly.