Hamilton, NY · Clinton, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Colgate University | Hamilton College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 12.0% | 11.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $67,024 | $65,740 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $67,024 | $65,740 |
| Average Net Price | $11,702 | $14,451 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 91.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Colgate University accepts 12.0% of applicants; Hamilton College accepts 11.8%. Tuition is close: $67,024 at Colgate University, $65,740 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 11.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Hamilton College has lower published tuition: $65,740 versus $67,024. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
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.