Colgate University

Hamilton, NY • private • CSS Profile • I | Patriot League | FCS

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Rural

Student Population

Undergrad: 3,206 • Total: 3,224

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

13 Oak Drive
Hamilton, NY
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Website

www.colgate.edu

Region

Northeast

Carnegie Classification

Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,400 (43.7%) • Female: 1,806 (56.3%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	177	5.5%
Black/African American	145	4.5%
Hispanic/Latino	299	9.3%
White	2,065	64.4%
Two or More Races	179	5.6%
International	273	8.5%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

12.0%

2,526 admitted from 21,130 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 710-750
Math: 720-780
Total: 1430-1530

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

33-34

Application Types Offered

ED I ED II RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$60

Financial Aid Forms

CSS Profile Required

Deadlines

ED I:	11/01/2025
ED II:	01/15/2026
RD:	01/15/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

90.5%

4-Year Graduation Rate

84.2%

Freshman Retention Rate

93.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

9.2:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$89,066

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $69,886

Room & Board

$17,610

Books & Supplies

$1,570

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$6,086
$30,001-48,000	$2,678
$48,001-75,000	$13,617
$75,001-110,000	$21,831
$110,001+	$48,234

Students Receiving Pell Grants

46%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$26,954

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

I

Conference

Patriot League

Football

FCS

Men's Sports (10)

Basketball Football (FCS) Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Rowing Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

Women's Sports (11)

Basketball Field Hockey Ice Hockey Lacrosse Rowing Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

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Common questions about Colgate University

What is Colgate University's acceptance rate?

Colgate University accepts 12% of applicants, from 21,130 applications.

How much does Colgate University cost?

Tuition and fees are $69,886. Families earning under $30,000 pay $6,086 on average after aid.

Does Colgate University require SAT or ACT scores?

Colgate University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Colgate University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 33 and 34 on the ACT.

What is Colgate University's graduation rate?

91% of students graduate within six years.