Colby College
Waterville, ME · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Town
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About Colby College
Colby College is a private liberal arts college in Waterville, Maine, United States. Founded in 1813 as the Maine Literary and Theological Institution, it was renamed Waterville College in 1821. The donations of philanthropist Gardner Colby saw the institution renamed again to Colby University before settling on its current name, reflecting its liberal arts college curriculum, in 1899. Approximately 2,400 students, representing more than 45 states and 80 countries, are enrolled annually. The college offers 58 major fields of study and 38 minors. Located in central Maine, the 714-acre Neo-Georgian campus sits atop Mayflower Hill and overlooks downtown Waterville and the Kennebec River Valley. Along with fellow Maine institutions Bates College and Bowdoin College, Colby competes in the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) and the Colby-Bates-Bowdoin Consortium.
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7%
Acceptance
$17,180
Net price
2,407
Enrollment
89%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
7%
Acceptance rate
1,501
SAT average
33
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$17,180
Average net price
$69,600
In-state tuition
$69,600
Out-of-state tuition
$17,890
Room & board
$850
Books & supplies
$85,420
Total cost of attendance
14%
Students receiving Pell grants
9%
Students with federal loans
$19,157
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$80,490
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$60,052
Median earnings (6 yrs)
89%
Graduation rate
94%
Retention rate
91%
Earn more than a HS grad
$27,972
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,407
Total enrollment
0%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
11%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Colby College FAQ
Is Colby College a public or private school?
Colby College is a private nonprofit institution located in Waterville, ME.
What is the acceptance rate at Colby College?
Colby College has an acceptance rate of 7%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Colby College cost?
The average annual net price at Colby College is $17,180 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $69,600.
What is the graduation rate at Colby College?
About 89% of students at Colby College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Colby College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Colby College students earn a median of $80,490 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Colby College?
Admitted students at Colby College have an average SAT score of 1,501 and an ACT midpoint of 33. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Colby College?
Colby College enrolls about 2,407 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Colby Mariam · CC BY-SA 4.0. Additional images are representative.
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