by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current tuition and fee figures for Colgate University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the most recent year on record, tuition and fees at Colgate University stood at $70,306 annually for undergraduate students. This rate applies regardless of state residency.
Of that total, required fees totaled $420; the rest is tuition itself.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $69,886 |
| Fees | $420 |
| Total | $70,306 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and exclude room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The figures here are the published sticker price.
How much does Colgate University cost for part-time students? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
For some context, here is how Colgate University costs compare against other schools. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In NY | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Relative to the national field, Colgate University is relatively pricey.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Visit the Colgate University Financial Aid page to learn more.
Take a look at how tuition at Colgate University has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $61,594 |
| Two Years Ago | $63,904 |
| One Year Ago | $66,622 |
| Most Recent Year | $69,886 |
The chart here shows how tuition at Colgate has trended over the reported years.
Year over year, tuition rose 4.9%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $73,750 the year ahead.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional information.
On average, tuition and fees climbed each year by about 4.30%, which puts the figure next year near $73,329.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $73,329 |
| In 2 Years | $76,482 |
| In 3 Years | $79,770 |
| In 4 Years | $83,200 |
| In 5 Years | $86,777 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $312,781.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
To learn about financial aid at Colgate University, visit the Colgate University Financial Aid page.
