Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 12.4%
- Average SAT
- 1,470
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,410–1,530
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 33
- Total Enrollment
- 3,122
Admissions Overview
Colgate University is highly selective with a 12.43% acceptance rate. This means roughly 1 in 8 applicants gets admitted, making it one of the more competitive liberal arts colleges in the country. Students typically need SAT scores between 1410-1530, with the average sitting at 1470. The ACT average of 33 reflects similarly high standards. Beyond strong test scores, Colgate seeks students who will thrive in a close-knit campus community of just over 3,000 students. The school values leadership potential, intellectual curiosity, and students who want the traditional liberal arts experience. With its preppy culture and strong alumni networks, Colgate looks for students who appreciate both academic rigor and school tradition.