Colgate University

The Colgate University application fees for international students is USD 60 (INR 5K). However, international students must fulfill the eligibility criteria and submit mandatory documents including, Letters of Recommendation (LORs), mid-year grades, essays, personal statement, resumes, supplementary essays, creative works (social media profiles, performances, videotapes, or portfolios, as per course requirements), official standardized testing scores, English proficiency score, passport copy and financial documents. (USD 1=INR 87.02)

Colgate University expects a minimum score of 7 in IELTS. Along with this, international applicants whose first language is not English need to submit English language proficiency proof. The university recommends students to achieve the following minimum scores in any one of the English exams:

For the class of 2028, over 20,000 applications were received by Colgate University from 152 countries. Out of the total, more than 2,800 students were admitted and over 800 enrolled in the programs. As per the official data, 9,487 applications out of 20,915 were international. Over 200 international students were admitted and 67 enrolled, contributing 8% of the total admitted students.

At Colgate University, Economics, Political Science, and Psychology are often the most popular majors. International students from over 160 countries are admitted to mostly these majors. The reason is that Economics is well-liked because it can be applied practically in a variety of businesses and is crucial for comprehending international markets. Students interested in public policy, law, and government are drawn to Political Science. Psychology's popularity stems from its wide range of career applications and its emphasis on comprehending human behavior and mental processes.

Colgate University has a fairly selective admissions procedure, with an acceptance rate of 12%. The university's admissions process is somewhat tough for international students. However, there is more rivalry for some popular courses (Psychological Science, Geology, Biology, Political Science, Computer Science and more) than for others. Entry into these programs may therefore be a little more challenging than usual. International students must meet the lowest standards for admission to be admitted to the university. The prerequisites for admission will depend on the type of course and level of study.

The minimal GPA requirements for various international students may vary depending on their degree and level of study. As per the Colgate University class profile of 2028, the  academic GPA scored by them was 3.94 out of 4. Freshmen at Colgate University must aim to score the mentioned GPA to increase their chances. It is advised that international students obtain a GPA that is higher than the specified minimum to be admitted to the degree programme of their choice. Each programme at the institution has distinct admission requirements that are related to the course.

The town where Colgate University is located is Hamilton. This town is the spot for students to get off campus and grab a slice, browse the bookstore, catch a movie, and enjoy a weekly farmers’ market. The closest airport to the university is the Syracuse Hancock International Airport. Weekend getaways are a reasonable drive away, and Boston, Philadelphia, and New York City are all within 4-5 hours away.