Hamilton, NY · Clinton, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Colgate University | Hamilton College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 13.9% | 13.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $70,306 | $68,960 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $70,306 | $68,960 |
| Average Net Price | $28,736 | $28,719 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 91.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 3,211 | 2,031 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 9 | 9 |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Colgate University accepts 13.9% of applicants; Hamilton College accepts 13.6%. Tuition is close: $70,306 at Colgate University, $68,960 at Hamilton College. Six-year graduation rates are close: 91% at Colgate University, 91% at Hamilton College.
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
Hamilton College. It accepts 13.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Hamilton College, on average. After aid, students pay $28,719/year versus $28,736/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Colgate University is at 91%; Hamilton College 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.