Hamilton,
NY
About Colgate University
Colgate University is a private, nonprofit school in the town of Hamilton, New York. Colgate University was founded in 1819. The college currently enrolls around 3,176 students a year, including 3,164 undergraduates.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Colgate University
It is extremely difficult to get into Colgate University. Around 17% of applicants get into Colgate University each year. In 2022, 17,540 students applied to Colgate University and 3,015 were admitted.
| Colgate University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 17% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 40% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.8 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
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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.
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Colgate University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$81,920
In State$81,920
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Wondering what life at Colgate University is like? There are approximately 3,176 students enrolled at Colgate University, including 3,164 undergraduate students and 12 graduate students. 99% percent of students attend school full-time, 26% percent are from NY and 74% percent of students are from other states.
99%
Full Time1%
Part Time26%
In State74%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,176
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
17%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$64,290
Out-of-State
$64,290
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 15
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