Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings
Colgate University is a private rural institution in Hamilton, New York. Admission is competitive, with an average SAT of 1480.
A mid-sized campus of 3.1K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
91% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $85,139 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $29,107.
Established
1819
Motto
Deo ac Veritati
Mascot
Raider
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
Patriot League for all varsity sports except for hockey
Division
Division I
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12%Acceptance
1480SAT Avg
3,122Students
9:1Student:Faculty
91%Grad Rate
$85,139Earnings 10yr
$29,107Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate11.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1480
Reading & WritingMid: 705
710750
MathMid: 720
720780
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 33
3334
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$67,024
Room & Board$16,790
Books & Supplies$1,524
Total Cost of Attendance$83,650
Average Net Price$29,107
Median Debt at Graduation$15,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$159
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$3,341
$30–48K$9,345
$48–75K$17,685
$75–110K$31,027
$110K+$53,119
Programs (49)
Student Body
Undergrads
3,122
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
18%
Pell Grant Recipients
13%
Race & Ethnicity
White 65%
Black 4%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 5%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 8%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate90.5%
Freshman Retention92.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$64,949
8 Years$74,696
10 Years$85,139
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$75,000
Men
$88,200
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Source: Wikipedia