Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings
Colby College is a private town institution in Waterville, Maine. Admission is competitive, with an average SAT of 1500.
A mid-sized campus of 2.3K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
90% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $80,490 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,939.
Established
1813
Motto
Lux Mentis Scientia
Mascot
Morty the Mule
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III
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7%Acceptance
1500SAT Avg
2,282Students
9:1Student:Faculty
90%Grad Rate
$80,490Earnings 10yr
$23,939Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate6.8%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1500
Reading & WritingMid: 720
710760
MathMid: 745
730790
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 33
3234
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$66,600
Room & Board$17,120
Books & Supplies$850
Total Cost of Attendance$81,550
Average Net Price$23,939
Median Debt at Graduation$19,157
Monthly Payment (10yr)$203
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$6,072
$30–48K$1,331
$48–75K$2,247
$75–110K$15,937
$110K+$52,893
Programs (38)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,282
Gender Split
51% / 49%
Women / Men
First Generation
11%
Pell Grant Recipients
13%
Race & Ethnicity
White 54%
Black 5%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 11%
Two+ 7%
Int'l 11%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate90.2%
Freshman Retention90.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$60,052
8 Years$68,015
10 Years$80,490
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$59,600
Men
$85,000
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Source: Wikipedia