The Basics About Colgate University
Colgate University is a private institution that was founded in 1819. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,825, its setting is rural, and the campus size is 553 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Colgate University's ranking in the 2011 edition of Best Colleges is National Liberal Arts Colleges, 21. Its tuition and fees are $41,870.
Overview: Colgate University
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General Information
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Institutional Control:
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Private
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Year founded:
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1819
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Religious affiliation:
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N/A
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Academic calendar:
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semester
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Fall 2009 Total number of undergraduates:
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2,825
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Setting:
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rural
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2009 Endowment:
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$560,536,723
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Fall Admissions
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Application deadline:
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1/15
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Application fee:
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$60
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Fall 2009 Acceptance rate:
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32%
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Selectivity:
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most selective
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Expenses
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Costs:
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2010-2011 Tuition and Fees: $41,870
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Student Life at Colgate University
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Colgate University is located in Hamilton, N.Y., a small town with a population about equal to the size of the student body. Colgate’s Outdoor Education Program offers a number of outdoor opportunities, and students can also join any of the other religious, service, special interest, or student government clubs. Greek life plays a significant role in student life, representing nearly half of sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students are required to live on campus—which includes Greek houses and university apartments—for their first three years. The Colgate Raiders compete in the NCAA Division I Patriot League and are known for their rivalry with the Cornell University Big Red. Colgate’s Seven Oaks Golf Course is ranked among the top five college courses in the country by Golf Digest.
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Other Facts About Colgate University
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Colgate’s academic departments and majors fall into one of four general divisions: humanities, natural sciences and mathematics, social sciences, and university studies. Colgate has more than 20 off-campus study programs led by Colgate faculty, and the university also gives credit for programs offered by other universities. Arts programs include studies in theater, visual arts, film and media studies, and music. The number 13 is lucky for Colgate: It is said that the school was founded by 13 men with "13 dollars, 13 prayers, and 13 articles."
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Mission (as provided by the school)
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Colgate University is a highly selective, residential, liberal arts college for students with diverse backgrounds and talents who are preparing for lives of leadership and productive citizenship. Colgate is a community of leaders and doers. Whether in fields of academic distinction, off-campus study programs, student activities program, or the success and tradition of our Division I varsity athletics, Colgate students think big and succeed on the highest level. Because of the school's highly personalized setting, individual contribution is essential; every voice makes a difference. Students have many options to tailor their own academic program in a curriculum with 51 majors that emphasize interdisciplinary study and critical thinking. Faculty expertise and a commitment to undergraduates mean Colgate excels in preparing students for a wide range of careers in evolving professions, graduate and professional school, and civic leadership. One distinct advantage that Colgate holds over larger universities is that faculty, rather than graduate students, teach all courses. When it comes to research, the advantage becomes even more pronounced, as faculty in all departments and programs closely engage students in research projects -- sometimes as early as their first year. By the time they are seniors, it is not unusual for motivated students to have presented work at conferences or even to have co-authored papers in academic journals. Service-learning centered around the upstate New York region is also a hallmark of a Colgate education, providing opportunities for students to engage in a broad range of philanthropic activities that tackle public issues and test their knowledge in real world settings. The experience beyond the classroom transforms students, fostering an awareness and appreciation for something larger than themselves. The volunteer engagement of town and gown contribute to a level of activity and quality of life that sets the area apart. In addition, Colgate is a national leader in off-campus study programs, offering more than 20 semester-long programs led by members of the Colgate faculty all over the world, from London to Kyoto, from Venice to Wollongong, from Beijing to Port of Spain. The university sends its own faculty on study groups to teach, mentor, and help students explore. Domestic programs also offer opportunities for a semester of study off campus. Colgate's campus is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful in the nation, and its location in the village of Hamilton in Central New York is a distinguishing feature. Students love the location for its accessibility to outdoor activities. Colgate's Outdoor Education program provides students a chance to explore the natural world while learning about themselves. Whether it is winter camping in the nearby Adirondacks, learning to kayak in nearby Lake Moraine, cross-country and downhill skiing, or learning basic wilderness survival skills, there is something for everyone. Students also bring their passion and enthusiasm to more than 100 extracurricular clubs and activities. Colgate has an extremely active culture, with clubs for just about every possible interest, including politics, media, religion, sustainability, and entertainment and arts. Students' connections with the campus community continue long after graduation. They become extraordinarily devoted alumni, contributing significantly to career networking and exploration programs on and off campus. Every year, alumni play a crucial role in helping students transition from campus life to the working world.
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Applications: Colgate University
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Regular Decision
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Application deadline:
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1/15
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Notification date:
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04/01
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Deadline for accepting admissions offers:
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May 15 (Fall), December 29 (Spring)
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Early Decision
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Is an early decision plan offered?
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Yes
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Early decision deadline:
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11/15
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Early decision decision sent by:
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12/15
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Early Action
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Is an early action plan offered?
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No
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Early action deadline:
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N/A
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Early action decision sent by:
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N/A
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Application Fee
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Application fee:
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$60
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Is the application fee refundable?
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No
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Can the application fee be waived for students with financial need?
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Yes
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Is it possible to defer admission?
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Yes
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Application Formats
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Can applications be submitted via E-mail?
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No
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Electronic application URL:
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http://www.colgate.edu/DesktopDefault1.aspx?tabid=610
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Tuition and Room Deposits
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Tuition deposit:
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$500
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Is the tuition deposit refundable?
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Nonrefundable
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Room deposit:
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$0
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Is the room deposit refundable?
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Nonrefundable
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Contact Information
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Admissions director:
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Gary L. Ross
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Admissions office phone number:
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(315) 228-7401
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Admissions E-mail:
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Requirements and Factors: Colgate University
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Admission Requirements
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Admission interview?
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Neither required/recommended
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Campus visit?
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Recommended
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Off-campus interviews?
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may be arranged with an admission representative
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Does the school have an open admission policy?
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No
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Does the college use SAT or ACT scores in admissions decisions for first-time, first-year applicants?
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Yes
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Standardized tests?
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Either SAT or ACT required.
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ACT Writing test?
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ACT with or without writing accepted
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SAT/ACT scores must be received by:
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01/15
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SAT Subject Test scores must be received by:
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N/A
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High school completion requirement for admissions:
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High school diploma is required and GED is accepted
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General college-preparatory program?
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Recommend
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Academic Factors Used in Admissions Decisions
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Rigor of secondary school record?
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Very Important
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Class rank?
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Very Important
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Academic GPA?
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Very Important
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Standardized test scores?
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Important
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Application essay?
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Important
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Recommendations?
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Important
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Nonacademic Factors Used in Admissions Decisions
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Interview?
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Not Considered
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Extracurricular activities?
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Important
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Talent/ability?
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Important
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Character/personal qualities?
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Important
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Being a first-generation college student?
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Considered
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Alumni/ae relations?
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Considered
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Geographical residence?
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Considered
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State residency?
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Not Considered
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Religious affiliation/commitment?
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Not Considered
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Race/ethnicity?
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Considered
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Volunteer work?
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Considered
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Work experience?
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Considered
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Level of the applicant's interest?
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Not Considered
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Required High School Course Work
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High school units required in English:
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4
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High school units required in Foreign Languages:
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3
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High school units required in History:
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0
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High school units required in Mathematics:
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3
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High school units required in Science:
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3
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High school units required in Science Labs:
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2
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High school units required in Social Studies:
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3
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High school units required in academic electives:
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0
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Total high school units required:
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16
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Recommended High School Course Work
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High school units recommended in English:
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4
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High school units recommended in Foreign languages:
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4
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High school units recommended in History:
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0
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High school units recommended in Mathematics:
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4
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High school units recommended in Science:
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4
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High school units recommended in Science Labs:
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3
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High school units recommended in Social Studies:
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4
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High school units recommended in academic electives:
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0
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Total high school units recommended:
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20
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Entering Class Statistics: Colgate University
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Fall 2009 Selectivity
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Selectivity:
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most selective
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Fall 2009 Acceptance rate:
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32%
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Early decision acceptance rate:
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56%
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Early action acceptance rate:
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N/A
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Acceptance rate (excluding early action and early decision students):
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29%
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Fall 2009 Applications, Acceptances, and Enrollments
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Number of applicants:
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7,816
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Number of applicants accepted:
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2,464
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Freshman enrollment for Fall 2009:
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750
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Percent of total enrolled incoming freshmen who been accepted under either early acceptance or early action:
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47%
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Number of male applicants:
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3,453
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Number of male applicants accepted for Fall 2009:
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1,130
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Male freshman enrollment:
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350
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Number of female applicants:
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4,363
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Number of female applicants accepted Fall 2009:
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1,334
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Female freshman enrollment:
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400
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Fall 2009 Wait List
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Does the school have a waiting list?
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Yes
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Number of applicants placed on a waiting list:
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1,510
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Number of students on the wait list accepted:
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709
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Number of students enrolled from a waiting list:
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22
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Fall 2009 High School Rank
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Percent of first-year students submitting high school class standing:
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37%
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2009 Freshmen in top 10 percent of high school class:
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68%
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2009 Freshmen in top 25 percent of high school class:
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91%
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2009 Freshmen in top 50 percent of high school class:
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100%
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Fall 2009 High School GPA
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Percent of first-year students submitting high school GPA:
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100%
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Average high school GPA:
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3.6
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Fall 2009 Freshmen SAT Scores
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Percent of first-year students submitting SAT scores:
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65%
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SAT Critical Reading 25th-75th percentile range:
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630-710
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SAT Math 25th-75th percentile range:
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640-730
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SAT Writing 25th-75th percentile range:
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N/A
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SAT Essay 25th-75th percentile range:
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N/A
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 700-800 range:
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37%
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 600-699 range:
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47%
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 500-599 range:
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12%
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 400-499 range:
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4%
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 300-399 range:
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N/A
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 200-299 range:
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N/A
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 700-800 range:
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42%
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 600-699 range:
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45%
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 500-599 range:
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11%
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 400-499 range:
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2%
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 300-399 range:
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N/A
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 200-299 range:
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N/A
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Fall 2009 Freshmen ACT Scores
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Percent of first-year students submitting ACT scores:
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35%
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ACT English 25th-75th percentile range:
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29-34
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ACT Math 25th-75th percentile range:
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28-33
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ACT Composite 25th-75th percentile range:
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29-32
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Percent with ACT English scores in the 30-36 range:
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73%
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Percent with ACT English scores in the 24-29 range:
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23%
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Percent with ACT English scores in the 18-23 range:
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4%
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Percent with ACT English scores in the 12-17 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT English scores in the 6-11 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT English scores below 6:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Math scores in the 30-36 range:
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62%
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Percent with ACT Math scores in the 24-29 range:
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32%
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Percent with ACT Math scores in the 18-23 range:
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6%
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Percent with ACT Math scores in the 12-17 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Math scores in the 6-11 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Math scores below 6:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Composite scores in the 30-36 range:
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71%
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Percent with ACT Composite scores in the 24-29 range:
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26%
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Percent with ACT Composite scores in the 18-23 range:
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3%
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Percent with ACT Composite scores in the 12-17 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Composite scores in the 6-11 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Composite scores below 6:
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N/A
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Transfer Students: Colgate University
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Deadlines
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Terms for which transfer students may apply for admission:
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Fall, Spring
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Application date for transfer students:
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March 15 (Fall), November 1 (Spring)
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Admission decision sent:
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May 1 (Fall), December 15 (Spring)
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Deadline for accepting admissions offers:
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May 15 (Fall), December 29 (Spring)
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Requirements
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Do transfer applicants need a minimum number of credits to apply?
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No
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Minimum required high school GPA:
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N/A
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Minimum required college GPA:
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3.0
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High school transcript?
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Required of all
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College transcript?
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Required of all
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Essay/personal statement?
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Required of all
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Admission interview?
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Not required
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Standardized test scores?
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Required of all
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Statement of good standing from prior institution(s)?
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Required of all
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Lowest course grade that may be transferred for credit:
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C
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Maximum number of credit/courses that may be transferred:
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16 from a two-year school, 16 from a four-year school
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Is there a minimum number of credits needed to complete degree?
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16 credits for a bachelor's degree
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Transfer Student Application and Enrollment Statistics
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Total number of transfer students applying for Fall 2009:
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236
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Total number of transfer students accepted for Fall 2009:
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44
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Total number of transfer students enrolled for Fall 2009:
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18
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International Student Admissions: Colgate University
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Deadlines and Requirements
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Application deadline:
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January 15 (Fall)
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Preapplication form required?
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No
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Separate application form required?
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No
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TOEFL
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TOEFL requirement?
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N/A
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May the TOEFL be submitted in place of the SAT or ACT?
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No
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Minimum TOEFL score required (paper test):
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N/A
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Minimum TOEFL score required (internet test):
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N/A
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Average TOEFL score (paper test):
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N/A
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Average TOEFL score (internet test):
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N/A
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