Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
11.95%
SAT Average
1,480
ACT Range
33-34
Colgate University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 11.95%. This means approximately 120 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,122 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
11.95%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $67,024 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $67,024 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $83,650 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $29,107 | State avg: $18,893. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 12.68% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 12.17% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Colgate University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$67,024
Room and board
$16,790
Books and supplies
$1,524
Other expenses
$1,732
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$83,650
Average net price
$29,107
Average aid coverage
65%
$54,543 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Colgate University pays approximately $29,107 per year after grants and aid. This is above the New York average of $18,893 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Colgate University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New York and national averages.
Colgate University net price
$29,107
New York average
$18,893
National average
$17,506
Colgate University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $67,024 and average net price at $29,107. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$67,024
Current net price
$29,107
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
90.53%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$85,139
Undergraduates
3,122
10-Year Median Earnings - Colgate University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Colgate University graduates earn about 2.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Colgate University?
Undergraduates
3,122
Completion rate
90.53%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
12.68%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
12.17%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 12.68% of Colgate University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 12.17% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Colgate University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Colgate University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Colgate University lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Colgate University is listed at 13 Oak Drive, Hamilton, NY 13346-1398. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Colgate University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colgate University | 11.95% | $67,024 | $29,107 | $85,139 |
| Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences | 59.08% | $40,375 | $26,027 | $131,426 |
| Helene Fuld College of Nursing | 23.81% | $24,648 | $37,732 | $111,027 |
| SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $109,601 |
| Center for Allied Health Education | 18.52% | Not available | $35,431 | $107,249 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colgate University's acceptance rate?
Colgate University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 11.95%.
How much is Colgate University tuition?
Colgate University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $67,024.
What is Colgate University's average net price?
Colgate University's average net price in the local dataset is $29,107.
What does Colgate University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $3,341 for Colgate University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Colgate University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $85,139 for Colgate University.
Is Colgate University accredited?
Colgate University's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Colgate University?
The local dataset lists 3,122 undergraduate students at Colgate University.
What percentage of Colgate University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Colgate University in the local dataset is 12.68%.
What is the federal loan rate at Colgate University?
The federal loan rate for Colgate University in the local dataset is 12.17%.
Where should I verify Colgate University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Colgate University or the latest official federal education data.