Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Waterville, Maine |
| Online | colby.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Situated in Waterville, Maine, approximately 75 miles north of Portland, Colby College occupies a 714-acre hilltop campus known for its Georgian-style architecture and views of the Kennebec River Valley. Founded in 1813 as the first New England college to admit women alongside men, Colby operates as a private liberal arts institution maintaining highly selective admission standards. The college offers a comprehensive liberal arts curriculum with notable strengths in environmental studies, economics, and government, while requiring all students to complete a senior capstone project or thesis. Students reside in a fully residential campus community, with housing guaranteed for all four years, and the campus features the Colby College Museum of Art, which houses the largest art collection in Maine. The college competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Mules, participating in the New England Small College Athletic Conference.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Colby College is rated within the top 10% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 10 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Colby College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#44 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#44 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Maine
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Maine
#11 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Maine
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1430/1540 |
| ACT | 32/34 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.86 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $850 |
| Other Fees | $2,680 |
| Room and Board | $16,330 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $850 |
| Total One Year Cost | $81,550 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 23% |
| General Studies | 13% |
| Biology | 10% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
| Physical Sciences | 7% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024