At a glance
Average net price
$28,786
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
91.2%
Admission rate
14%
Undergrad size
3,180
In-state tuition
$70,306
Out-of-state tuition
$70,306
Cost of attendance
$87,070
Median earnings (10y)
$85,139
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,508
- ACT midpoint
- 33
- Retention
- 93.4%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (48%), stem (31%), humanities & arts (21%).
- STEM31%
- Humanities & arts21%
- Social sciences48%
- Social sciences36.1%~1,147 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences14.8%~471 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology8.5%~270 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science5.8%~183 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~162 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~153 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English4.3%~135 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History4.1%~131 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~122 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~114 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~79 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~70 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~57 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education1.7%~52 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics1.0%~31 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.1%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
39 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 290 | $72,196 | $17,500 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 163 | $42,813 | $16,250 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 136 | — | $16,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 111 | $93,318 | $16,000 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 92 | — | $15,350 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 91 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 75 | — | $17,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 75 | $44,610 | $15,875 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 70 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 68 | $34,181 | $14,730 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 64 | $33,641 | $17,250 |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 59 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 57 | $44,031 | — |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 42 | $39,895 | $16,900 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Geography and Cartography. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Applied Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 28 | $31,551 | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Classical and Ancient Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Natural Sciences. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | — | $48,179 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Colgate University
Colgate University is a mid-sized institution located in Hamilton, New York, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 3,180 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Biological sciences, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Colgate University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $28,786 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $70,306 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $87,070 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 91.2%, a strong completion outcome. 93.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $85,139 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Colgate University confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Biological sciences, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (48% of credentials), stem (31% of credentials), humanities & arts (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Colgate University accepts 14% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,508. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 33.
Location & campus
Set in Hamilton, New York (rural), Colgate University draws students from across New York and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Colgate University
Q.How much does Colgate University cost?
The average net price at Colgate University is $28,786 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $87,070.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Colgate University?
Colgate University has a 6-year graduation rate of 91.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Colgate University?
Colgate University admits 14% of applicants, which is considered highly selective.
Q.How much do Colgate University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Colgate University graduate earns $85,139 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Colgate University?
Published tuition is $70,306 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Colgate University located?
Colgate University is located in Hamilton, New York (ZIP 13346).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Colgate University at their official website.