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Colgate University
Hamilton,
NY
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate12%
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About Colgate University
Colgate University is a private, nonprofit university in the town of Hamilton, New York. Colgate University was founded in 1819. The college enrolls around 3,141 students per year, including 3,130 undergrads.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Colgate University
It is extremely difficult to get into Colgate University. Around 12% of applicants get into Colgate University each year. In 2022, 21,109 students applied to Colgate University and 2,624 were admitted.
| Colgate University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 12% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 26% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.9 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 31% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Colgate University is located in Hamilton, New York, near Syracuse and Utica.
If you would like to see Colgate University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Route 90 to Hamilton, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Syracuse Hancock International.
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College Info
Colgate University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 15
Transfer Applications are Due
Mar 15
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Colgate University is Jan 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Colgate University is Mar 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Colgate University is a member of the Coalition for College.
More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.
Colgate University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1430 - 1520
Math SAT Range
710 - 780
Reading SAT Range
700 - 750
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1520 and Above
Good
1430 to 1520
Avg
1430 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Colgate University students is 1477. Applicants with SAT scores of 1520 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Colgate University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1430 to 1520 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1430 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Colgate University.
Colgate University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$83,814
In State$83,814
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$66,622
$66,622
Fees
$402
$402
Housing
$16,790
$16,790
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Colgate University is like? There are approximately 3,141 students enrolled at Colgate University, including 3,130 undergraduate students and 11 graduate students. 99% percent of students attend school full-time, 24% percent are from NY and 76% percent of students are from other states.
99%
Full Time1%
Part Time24%
In State76%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,141
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
12%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 15
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