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Colgate is located in Hamilton, New York (a town not particularly near any major cities). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Colgate is the Master's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Colgate is known for its programs in science, mathematics, liberal arts, and conservation and resource management.
The school does not offer open admission. Colgate admitted just 27% of applicants in 2005. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 630. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 650 and 720. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Colgate has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Colgate had 2,779 enrolled students in 2005.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. Colgate has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Colgate offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Patriot League.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"ColgateÆs mission is to provide a demanding, expansive educational experience to a select group of diverse, talented, intellectually sophisticated students who are capable of challenging themselves, their peers, and their teachers in a setting that brings together living and learning. The purpose of the university is to develop wise, thoughtful, critical thinkers and perceptive leaders by encouraging young men and women to fulfill their potential through residence in a community that values all forms of intellectual rigor and respects the complexity of human understanding."
More complete details are provided below.
Colgate University
13 Oak Dr
Hamilton, NY 13346-1398
General Phone: (315) 228-1000
Admissions Phone: (315) 228-7401
Financial Aid Phone: (315) 228-7431
http://www.colgate.edu
Colgate awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 423 | political science, English, economics, history, sociology, international relations, geography, Spanish language, ... |
| Science | 71 | biology, molecular biology, geology, physics, chemistry, biochemistry, astrophysics, natural sciences, ... |
| Religion And Philosophy | 44 | philosophy, religion, philosophy and religious studies |
| Therapy And Counseling | 43 | psychology |
| Medicine | 25 | neuroscience |
| Art Studies | 17 | art studies |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 16 | environmental studies, environmental science |
| Education And Teaching | 15 | education |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 15 | computer science |
| Mathematics | 14 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Music | 6 | music |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 2 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Colgate in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 690 | 47 |
| Master's degree | 1 | 2 |
In 2005, Colgate had a total enrollment of 2,779 students (2,762 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Graduate | 0% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 79% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Other Races | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 48% |
| 20-21 | 44% |
| 22-24 | 4% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 30% |
| New Jersey | 12% |
| Massachusetts | 9% |
| Connecticut | 9% |
| Foreign countries | 5% |
| California | 5% |
| Pennsylvania | 4% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Florida | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 94 % |
Colgate offers campus housing for 2,549 of its 2,762 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Hamilton, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 8,008 | 2,168 | 27% | 729 | 34% |
| Men | 3,780 | 1,011 | 27% | 361 | 36% |
| Women | 4,228 | 1,157 | 27% | 368 | 32% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 630 | 710 |
| SAT Math | 650 | 720 |
| ACT Verbal | 29 | 34 |
| ACT Math | 27 | 32 |
| ACT Composite | 29 | 32 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 86% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 14% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
Admissions Phone Number: (315) 228-7401
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 32,885 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 32,885 |
| Room and board | $ 8,065 |
| Room charge | $ 3,895 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,170 |
| Books and supplies | $ 870 |
| Other expenses | $ 960 |
Financial Aid:
Colgate participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 270100)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (315) 228-7431
Colgate has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 65 | $109,571 | 25 | $103,472 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 29 | $78,772 | 35 | $79,883 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 48 | $62,106 | 33 | $61,021 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 4 | $55,025 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 5 | $39,850 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 144 | $86,754 | 102 | $76,625 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | short term | 4 | $57,875 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | short term | 1 | * | 4 | $39,125 |
| Instructor | short term | 0 | * | 3 | $30,000 |
| All faculty total | short term | 5 | $53,320 | 9 | $38,444 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Patriot League |
| Basketball | Patriot League |
| Track | Patriot League |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
American Indian/Native American Studies
Asian Studies/Civilization
Chinese Language and Literature
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Japanese Language and Literature
Latin American Studies
Latin Language and Literature
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Astrophysics
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Molecular Biology
Natural Sciences
Physical Sciences
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Colgate Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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