Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Hamilton, New York |
| Online | colgate.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Situated in the rural village of Hamilton in central New York, Colgate University occupies a hillside campus known for its stone buildings and collegiate Gothic architecture. Founded in 1819 as a Baptist seminary, Colgate evolved into a selective liberal arts institution that maintains a core curriculum emphasizing writing and scientific inquiry. The university's academic program is organized into 56 majors across arts and sciences, with particular strength in international relations, economics, and environmental studies. The residential campus requires students to live in university housing for four years, featuring traditional dormitories and themed residential communities. The Division I athletics program competes in the Patriot League, with the men's hockey team playing in the ECAC Hockey conference.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Colgate is rated within the top 7% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 10 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Colgate University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#27 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#27 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in New York
#4 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#38 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1430/1530 |
| ACT | 33/34 |
| GPA | 3.77 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,524 |
| Other Fees | $402 |
| Room and Board | $16,790 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,732 |
| Total One Year Cost | $87,070 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 33% |
| English and Literature | 11% |
| Biology | 10% |
| Foreign Languages | 7% |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=190099 IPEDS survey data for Colgate University.
Current students may use the Colgate University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025