Colgate University
Hamilton, NY · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Rural
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About Colgate University
Colgate University is a private liberal arts college in Hamilton, New York, United States. It was founded in 1819 as the Baptist Education Society of the State of New York and operated under that name until 1823, when it was renamed Hamilton Theological and Literary Institution, often called Hamilton College (1823–1846), then Madison College (1846–1890), and its present name since 1890. Colgate enrolls approximately 3,200 students in 56 undergraduate majors that culminate in a Bachelor of Arts degree. The student body is 54% female and 46% male. Students participate in over 200 clubs and organizations. While Colgate offers an almost entirely undergraduate program, it also has a small graduate program leading to the Master of Arts in Teaching. The college competes in NCAA Division I sports and is part of the Patriot League athletic conference and ECAC Hockey.
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14%
Acceptance
$28,786
Net price
3,180
Enrollment
91%
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
14%
Acceptance rate
1,508
SAT average
33
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$28,786
Average net price
$70,306
In-state tuition
$70,306
Out-of-state tuition
$17,610
Room & board
$1,570
Books & supplies
$87,070
Total cost of attendance
13%
Students receiving Pell grants
12%
Students with federal loans
$15,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$85,139
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$64,949
Median earnings (6 yrs)
91%
Graduation rate
93%
Retention rate
89%
Earn more than a HS grad
$29,447
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
3,180
Total enrollment
0%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
18%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Colgate University FAQ
Is Colgate University a public or private school?
Colgate University is a private nonprofit institution located in Hamilton, NY.
What is the acceptance rate at Colgate University?
Colgate University has an acceptance rate of 14%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Colgate University cost?
The average annual net price at Colgate University is $28,786 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $70,306.
What is the graduation rate at Colgate University?
About 91% of students at Colgate University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Colgate University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Colgate University students earn a median of $85,139 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Colgate University?
Admitted students at Colgate University have an average SAT score of 1,508 and an ACT midpoint of 33. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Colgate University?
Colgate University enrolls about 3,180 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Balon Greyjoy · CC0. Additional images are representative.
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