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 |
Located in Hamilton, New York, Colgate University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 17,540 prospective students applied, and 3,015 were granted admission. Of those admitted 887 enrolled in the school. 3,150 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 26 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $61,594 plus fees of $372. Colgate is ranked 25 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#25 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#25 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in New York
#4 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#29 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in New York
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1350/1500 |
| ACT | 32/34 |
| GPA | 3.77 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,070 |
| Other Fees | $372 |
| Room and Board | $15,524 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $80,160 |
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.