Bates College

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The first New England college to admit women and African-American students, Bates College was founded by abolitionists in 1855 that continues to place Inclusion and social responsibility at the core of its mission. Bates offers degrees in a variety of fields, and students may choose from 37 majors or design their own interdisciplinary one. Seniors are required to complete a thesis, considered the high point of their Bates academic careers. The school has two traditional semesters and a third short term during which students concentrate on one subject in depth, on and off-campus. Bates places a unique focus on individual research, and students can apply for funding to pursue extensive projects during the academic year through the Bates Student Research Fund and may also conduct research with faculty during the summer. The campus is situated in Lewiston, ME, a rural environment that lends itself to outdoor activities, sports, and events, including the annual Puddle Jump, in which student