<p>Funny enough, the very first conversation I had with people at Bates during Orientation was about how “attractive” and “athletic” Batesies are. To be honest, there aren’t a lot of overweight people at Bates, but that certainly shouldn’t discourage you. Around my interview period with Bates and other colleges, I was fairly overweight (a bit smaller than you and a few inches taller and athletic though) but I never once thought it would hinder my chances at any school. I remember that my interviewer was much more interested in the story I had to tell rather than my weight and I think this is what you should focus on. I’m much lighter than I was back then and I have to say that although Batesies are incredibly friendly and welcoming, being “athletic” or “attractive” lends it self to fitting in and being “popular” at Bates. Their are plenty of exceptions to the rule however. Interview!</p>