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Applying to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge is one of several ways to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. If you meet the , the is a great way to apply for free to some of the nation’s top colleges, be considered for early admission, and receive a that covers the full cost of attendance and more. For complete Match Scholarship details at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, .

QuestBridge manages its own for the National College Match Program that begins in the late summer before a student’s senior year. Students who apply to the program are later able to to be matched with, including ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, as one of their preferred colleges. QuestBridge finalists are selected by QuestBridge and complete the submission requirements to college partners on their match rankings list. 

Finalists who match through the National College Match program receive notice through QuestBridge of early admission and a QuestBridge Match Scholarship. Students who are matched understand that the admission decision is binding, and they are committed to attending the matched school the following fall.

Visit the QuestBridge website for full details on the and .

Non-matched students and non-finalists may proceed on their own with college applications, including Early Decision and Regular Decision opportunities at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ summarized below.

If you match with another college, you are committed to attending the matched school the following fall.

If you are a QuestBridge finalist and do not match with any college through the National College Match and you DID NOT rank ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ as a finalist, you may indicate your intention to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge by using the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form.

• To submit your QuestBridge application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, complete the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form (which will be available on your QuestBridge Manage page) from November 4 through December 10. .
• QuestBridge will forward your QuestBridge application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ in mid-December.
• Please check your to make certain ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ has all of your required materials to review your application, including an updated mid-year transcript.
• No additional Common App or Coalition App is required, and we encourage you not to submit more than one application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. There is no application fee to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
• If you have already applied to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through the Common App or the Coalition App, you do not need to complete the process to submit a QuestBridge app. However, if you do complete the steps to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge by using the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form, the QuestBridge application will be considered your primary application for review.
• If you apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge by using the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form, you will be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ regular decision timeline unless you convert your application to Early Decision II.
• If you wish to convert your application to Early Decision II you can do so by filing the Early Decision agreement () with ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ by 11:59pm ET on February 1. You will then be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ Early Decision II timeline. Visit our for more information on converting to Early Decision II.
• It is not possible to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ for Early Decision I as a QuestBridge finalist who has not matched. 

If you are a QuestBridge finalist and do not match with any college through the National College Match and you DID rank ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ as a finalist, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ will automatically move your QuestBridge application to be considered through the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Regular Decision process.

• Please check your to make certain ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ has all of your required materials to review your application, including an updated mid-year transcript.
• No additional Common App or Coalition App is required, and we encourage you not to submit more than one application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. There is no application fee to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
• If you have applied to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through the Common App or the Coalition App, the QuestBridge application will be considered your primary application for review.
• You will be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ regular decision timeline unless you convert your application to Early Decision II.
• If you wish to convert your application to Early Decision II you can do so by filing the Early Decision agreement () with ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ by 11:59pm ET on February 1. You will then be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ Early Decision II timeline. Visit our for more information on converting to Early Decision II.
• It is not possible to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ for Early Decision I as a QuestBridge finalist who has not matched. 

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is committed to affordability. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students, and we are test-optional in our admissions process.

If you are a QuestBridge finalist and you choose not to rank colleges (i.e., a Non-Participating Finalist) you may apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through our Early Decision I, Early Decision II, or Regular Decision process. See details below.

• To submit your QuestBridge application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, complete the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form (which will be available on your QuestBridge Manage page) from November 4 through December 10. .
• QuestBridge will forward your QuestBridge application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ in mid-December.
• Please check your to make certain ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ has all of your required materials to review your application, including an updated mid-year transcript.
• No additional Common App or Coalition App is required, and we encourage you not to submit more than one application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. (However, see details below regarding Early Decision I.) There is no application fee to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
• If you have already applied to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through the Common App or the Coalition App, you do not need to complete the process to submit a QuestBridge app. However, if you do complete the steps to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge by using the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form, the QuestBridge application will be considered your primary application for review.
• If you apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge by using the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form, you will be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ regular decision timeline unless you convert your application to Early Decision II.
• If you wish to convert your application to Early Decision II you can do so by filing the Early Decision agreement () with ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ by 11:59pm ET on February 1. You will then be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ Early Decision II timeline. Visit our for more information on converting to Early Decision II.
• If you wish to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ for Early Decision I, it is not possible to apply Early Decision I to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ using a QuestBridge application. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ requests that you instead apply using the Common App or Coalition App. Details about applying via the Common App or Coalition App can be found on our website here. Our deadline to convert to Early Decision I is by 11:59pm ET on December 1.

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is committed to affordability. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students, and we are test-optional in our admissions process.

If you were not selected as a QuestBridge finalist (i.e., a Non-Finalist) you may apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through our Early Decision I, Early Decision II, or Regular Decision process. See details below.

• To submit your QuestBridge application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, complete the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form (which will be available on your QuestBridge Manage page) from November 4 through December 10. .
• QuestBridge will forward your QuestBridge application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ in mid-December.
• Please check your to make certain ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ has all of your required materials to review your application, including an updated mid-year transcript.
• No additional Common App or Coalition App is required, and we encourage you not to submit more than one application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. (However, see details below regarding Early Decision I.) There is no application fee to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
• If you have already applied to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through the Common App or the Coalition App, you do not need to complete the process to submit a QuestBridge app. However, if you do complete the steps to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge by using the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form, the QuestBridge application will be considered your primary application for review.
• If you apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge by using the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form, you will be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ regular decision timeline unless you convert your application to Early Decision II.
• If you wish to convert your application to Early Decision II you can do so by filing the Early Decision agreement () with ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ by 11:59pm ET on February 1. You will then be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ Early Decision II timeline. Visit our for more information on converting to Early Decision II.
• If you wish to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ for Early Decision I, it is not possible to apply Early Decision I to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ using a QuestBridge application. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ requests that you instead apply using the Common App or Coalition app. Details about applying via the Common App or Coalition App can be found on our website here. Our deadline to convert to Early Decision I is by 11:59pm ET on December 1.

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is committed to affordability. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students, and we are test-optional in our admissions process.

As a QuestBridge Scholar at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, you’ll join a vibrant community of students supported by your ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ faculty and peers. You’ll also be supported as a QuestBridge Scholar through the Student Center for Belonging and Community, the Bobcat First program (for first-generation to college students), academic resources provided by the Student Academic Support Center, and more.

What is QuestBridge?

is a national nonprofit that connects high-achieving, low-income students with leading colleges and universities. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College is proud to be a QuestBridge partner and is committed to making a ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ education accessible to talented students from all backgrounds.

Does ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College participate in the QuestBridge National College Match?

Yes, students selected as finalists may rank ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and be considered for admission and a through the National College Match. Students matched to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ are admitted with a binding Early Decision agreement and will receive a Match Scholarship.

What are the eligibility requirements to participate in the QuestBridge National College Match program?

. The QuestBridge National College Match program and Match Scholarship offered by ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is available only to U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. U.S. citizens and permanent residents living abroad are eligible to apply for the match.

For information on your eligibility as a non-U.S. citizen to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College, visit this web page for details or contact ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ at admission@bates.edu.

Can non-U.S. citizens apply to the QuestBridge National College Match program?

No, the Match Scholarship Package offered by ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College is available only to U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents. U.S. citizens and permanent residents living abroad are eligible to apply for the match.

For information on your eligibility as a non-U.S. citizen to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College, visit this web page for details or contact ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ at admission@bates.edu.

Can I use the QuestBridge application to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College?

Yes, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ accepts the QuestBridge application from National College Match participants. 

However, if you are a QuestBridge finalist and do not match with any college through the National College Match, you may apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ for Regular Decision or Early Decision II to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge by using the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form. QuestBridge will forward your application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ in mid-December. No additional Common App or Coalition App is required, and we encourage you not to submit more than one application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. You will be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ application timeline. It is not possible to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ for Early Decision I as a QuestBridge finalist who has not matched. Please see the detailed instructions outlined above.

If you are a QuestBridge National College Match Program finalist and choose not to rank any college (i.e., a Non-Participating Finalist), you may apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ for Regular Decision or Early Decision II to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge by using the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form. No additional Common App or Coalition App is required, and we encourage you not to submit more than one application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. (See details below regarding Early Decision I.) If you wish to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ for Early Decision I, it is not possible to apply using a QuestBridge application. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ requests that you instead apply using the Common App or Coalition App. Details about applying via the Common App or Coalition App can be found on our website here. You will be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ application timeline. Please see the detailed instructions outlined above.

If you were not selected as a QuestBridge finalist (i.e., a Non-Finalist), you may apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ for Regular Decision or Early Decision II to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge by using the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form. No additional Common App or Coalition App is required, and we encourage you not to submit more than one application to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. (See details below regarding Early Decision I.) If you wish to apply to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ for Early Decision I, it is not possible to apply using a QuestBridge application. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ requests that you instead apply using the Common App or Coalition App. Details about applying via the Common App or Coalition App can be found on our website here. You will be reviewed for admission during ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½â€™ application timeline. Please see the detailed instructions outlined above.

What happens after ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ receives your QuestBridge application?

Once ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ has received your application from QuestBridge, you will receive an email acknowledgement from ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ with instructions about accessing your ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ application portal. Once you log in, you will be able to complete a supplemental form, which includes a short questionnaire. In addition, you will need to submit an official transcript(s) and complete financial aid requirements. .

What is the difference between a QuestBridge finalist, a Match Scholarship Recipient, and a non-finalist?

to understand what it means to be a QuestBridge finalist and Match Scholarship Recipient.

to understand what it means to be a non-finalist.

Is the Match binding at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College?

Yes, if you are matched with ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ through QuestBridge, it is a binding Early Decision admission. You must withdraw all other college applications and commit to attending ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.

Is ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ test-optional?

Yes, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ has been test-optional since 1984. We do not require SAT or ACT scores for admission, including for QuestBridge applicants. If you choose to submit test scores, we will consider them as part of a holistic admission review but they are never required.

How do I know if ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ has received my QuestBridge application?

Once your QuestBridge application has been forwarded to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, we’ll send you instructions to log into your , where you can monitor your application status and any missing materials.

What are the financial aid application requirements for QuestBridge students applying to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½?

Details for applying for financial aid at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ as a first-year applicant can be found here. For information about the National College Match Scholarship package, details can be found on the . Information about financial aid deadlines can also be found on the Student Financial Services website.

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is committed to affordability. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students.

What should I do if I want to withdraw my application to QuestBridge or ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½?

Please to let them know of your desire to withdraw from the Match Process. If you no longer wish to be considered as a ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ applicant, please complete a withdrawal form to withdraw your ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ application, which can be found in your .

Where can I find more answers to questions about QuestBridge?

Answers to specific questions about QuestBridge can be found on .