Colgate University
Liberal arts college · Hamilton, NY · 3,180 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
14%
Very selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1430–1540
ACT (middle 50%)
33–34
Average net price
$29,409
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$91,222
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
89%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Colgate University?
Colgate University accepts about 14 of every 100 applicants (14%), which makes it very selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1430 and 1540 on the SAT. A score at or above 1540 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1430, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 33–34.
The latest federal data says Colgate University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Colgate University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Colgate University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $91,222 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $29,409 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $73,646 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$73,646
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$73,646
- Room & board$18,446
- Total cost of attendance$91,222
- Average net price after grants$29,409
Popular majors
Social Sciences, Biology, Computer Science, Psychology, Environmental Science.
Colgate University FAQ
- What is Colgate University's acceptance rate?
- 14% — very selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Colgate University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1430–1540. Aim for 1540 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Colgate University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 33–34.
- Is Colgate University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Colgate University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Colgate University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Colgate University cost?
- About $91,222 a year before aid; $29,409 on average after grants.
- What is Colgate University's FAFSA school code?
- 002701. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Colgate University receives your information.
- What is Colgate University's graduation rate?
- 89% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Colgate University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton CollegeClinton, NY | 14% | 1450–1550 | $25,793 | 90% |
| Helene Fuld College of NursingNew York, NY | 17% | — | $38,536 | — |
| New York UniversityNew York, NY | 9.2% | 1480–1560 | $35,737 | 88% |
| Vassar CollegePoughkeepsie, NY | 19% | 1450–1550 | $36,924 | 89% |
| The Juilliard SchoolNew York, NY | 9.2% | — | $41,799 | 91% |
| Barnard CollegeNew York, NY | 8.8% | 1470–1560 | $28,930 | 92% |