Hamilton, NY · New York, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Colgate University | Columbia University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 12.0% | 4.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $67,024 | $69,045 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $67,024 | $69,045 |
| Average Net Price | $11,702 | $16,526 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 95.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Colgate University accepts 12.0% of applicants. Columbia University accepts 4.2%. Colgate University's tuition is $67,024. Columbia University's is $69,045. Colgate University is cheaper. Colgate University graduates 91% of students in 6 years. Columbia University graduates 95%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Columbia University. It accepts 4.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Colgate University has lower published tuition: $67,024 versus $69,045. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Columbia University: 95% of students finish in 6 years. Colgate University is at 91%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.