{"id":2149,"date":"2025-04-09T11:51:14","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T15:51:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/admission\/?page_id=2149"},"modified":"2026-08-04T09:13:04","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T13:13:04","slug":"prologue","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/admission\/connect-with-bates\/prologue\/","title":{"rendered":"Prologue to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ opened in 1855, it was New England&#8217;s first co-educational college. Since then, we have admitted students regardless of their nationality, race, religion, sex, or socio-economic status. While this openness was at the core of our founding identity and principles, it has been tested throughout time and requires us to constantly reflect upon and recommit to our mission. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, we value the diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, and engage in the transformative power of our differences. Our commitment to equity and inclusion is the guiding principle behind Prologue to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, a program geared towards students entering their senior year who express interest in being a part of our inclusive and pluralistic community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Prologue?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prologue is an all-expenses-paid, student access fly-in program, <strong>Sunday, October 11 \u2013 Tuesday, October 13, 2026<\/strong>. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ will provide transportation to and from our campus, meals, and accommodations.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students enjoy a unique and engaging few days of conversation and community where you\u2019ll learn, have some fun, and meet like-minded, college-bound seniors. Together, we\u2019ll talk about tips for the college application and financial aid processes, connect you with current Bobcats (that&#8217;s our mascot!) so you can get a sense of the student experience, introduce you to our devoted faculty and staff, and much more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Programming is also aligned with our larger Fall Visit Day, when students from around the country and the world come to visit and learn more about ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to know some additional highlights of what you\u2019ll experience? During Prologue, you\u2019ll\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meet other students who are interested in ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and a liberal arts education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend academic sessions and learn from professors who will guide you through ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½\u2019 well-rounded and rigorous academic experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay overnight in campus housing with a ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College student<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat meals in Commons, our nationally-recognized and highly-ranked dining hall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn more about ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½\u2019 athletic, cultural, and co-curricular events and clubs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit Maine and the heart of downtown Lewiston (the diverse city where ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is located)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>See why ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is a special and amazing place to spend four years and develop the skills you need to succeed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hear from Past Prologue Attendees<\/h5>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/admission\/files\/2026\/08\/Kainda1_resized-1.webp\" alt=\"Kainda Nzinga\" class=\"wp-image-19021\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Before Prologue, I really wasn&#8217;t sure at all what college would be like. During Prologue, I got to ask all my burning questions and make a lot of connections I still have today. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>My favorite part was breaking off from the main schedule to go see a theater production of &#8220;Body Awareness&#8221; and coming back to learn how to hoverboard with my host&#8217;s friend. I chose ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ because the tight knit community felt real, not faked. <\/em><br><em>&#8211; Kainda Nzinga &#8217;29<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/admission\/files\/2026\/08\/Marc1_resized-2.webp\" alt=\"Marc Croteau\" class=\"wp-image-19019\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Everyone on Prologue came from all walks of life, and that was what connected us all together. My Prologue experience was why I came to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. Everyone here that I met smiled at each other, and it felt like a genuine community. I chose ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College because it based its community around students\u2019 own individual communities; I saw a school who valued and encouraged diversity\u2026. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Opportunities like these don\u2019t come up often because of how I\u2019ve grown up; being first-gen made it hard to look for them. From the bottom of my heart, thank you ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College for accepting me to Prologue to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. <\/em><br><em>&#8211; Marc Croteau &#8217;29<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who should apply?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applications are welcome from students intending to enter college in fall 2027 who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or undocumented\/DACA students residing in the United States. Prologue is designed to serve students who are first-generation-to-college students* and low-income students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*<em>ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College defines a first-generation college student as an individual from a family where no parent or guardian has earned a Bachelor\u2019s degree<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 id=\"how-to-apply-prologue\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you apply?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to completing the Prologue application, we ask the student applicant to submit additional materials: 1) <strong>Required:<\/strong> your unofficial high school transcript (in pdf format); 2) <strong>Optional:<\/strong> if available, your school profile (in PDF format).&nbsp;<strong>Submission of this application and materials is due by August 7, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-garnet-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/apply.bates.edu\/register\/?id=b05eec95-a892-47c4-9eed-119f02c083cb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply to Prologue to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bates-shortcodes-btn btn-wrap\"><div class=\"btn-action\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"892ec87a-691d-4452-af70-1992ea0655d5\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><h3 class=\"btn-title\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3><div class=\"btn-arrow\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"btn-content\" id=\"892ec87a-691d-4452-af70-1992ea0655d5\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When is Prologue?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prologue is an all-expenses-paid, student access fly-in program on the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ campus, Sunday, October 11 \u2013 Tuesday, October 13, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Prologue Free?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes! ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ will provide transportation to and from our campus, meals, and accommodations for any student admitted to the program who requires financial assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the on-campus Prologue Session like?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prologue promises to be a unique and engaging few days of conversation and community. Together, we\u2019ll talk about tips for the college application and financial aid processes; connect you with current Bobcats so you can get a sense of the student experience; and introduce you to our devoted faculty and staff. Prologue will align with our Fall Visit Day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who can apply to Prologue?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applications are welcome from students intending to enter college in Fall 2027 who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or undocumented\/DACA students residing in the United States. Prologue is designed to serve students who are first-generation-to-college students* and low-income students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*<em>ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College defines a first-generation college student as an individual from a family where no parent or guardian has earned a Bachelor\u2019s degree<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I apply to Prologue?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We require applicants to complete an online application and submit additional materials. When the application is online and open to applicants, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/admission\/prologue\/#how-to-apply-prologue\">find additional details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What will my school counselor need to submit for Prologue?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The student\u2019s guidance counselor does not need to upload any materials on behalf of the student. However, a school counselor can assist with your application, particularly in providing a school profile and unofficial transcript PDF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I send my materials to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ after having applied to Prologue?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you were unable to upload a PDF of your unofficial transcript or the optional high school profile when submitting your original application, you may send these materials in PDF format to admission@bates.edu. 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