Verified College DataA Liberal Arts College or College with an Arts & Sciences focusNCAA Division I

Colgate University

Hamilton, NY, United States

17% admit rate90% graduationprivate nonprofit

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A Liberal Arts College or College with an Arts & Sciences focus

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NCAA Division I

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Colgate University — editorial overview (Hamilton, NY)

Located the middle of New York State is the town of Hamilton, the home of Colgate University. Colgate is really isolated from cities, with farms in all directions, and students who go there expect to build a sense of community within the college. The campus is stunningly beautifu...

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