Colby-Sawyer College
About Colby-Sawyer College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Colby-Sawyer College is a private university in New London, NH. It has a 78% acceptance rate and a 60.3% graduation rate, serving approximately 814 students.
Founded
1837
Location
New London, New Hampshire
Students
885
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
80.1%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
57.5%
Below national average
Tuition
$19,125
Per year
Avg Net Price
$27,431
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$46,474
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
Dec 1
Regular
Apr 1
Colby-Sawyer College accepts the majority of applicants at 80.1%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
57.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
76.7%
4-Year Grad
56%
6-Year Grad
61%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.4K
Class Size
Small
While 56% finish in 4 years, 76.7% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$19,125
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,364
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$38,527
After Financial Aid
$27,431
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,456
Receive Grants
22.8%
Take Loans
65.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $38,527/yr, including $17,364 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $27,431.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Colby-Sawyer College fund their education.
While in School
22.8%
Get Grants
Free money
65.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$80,005
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0.3%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $46K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Colby-Sawyer College.
Gender
69.3%
Female
31%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
771
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
114
Graduates
24.1%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
14.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 69% of the student body. 24.1% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
771
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Colby-Sawyer College fields 9 varsity teams with 362 student athletes, about 47% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Great Northeast
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
362
47% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
48% / 52%
173
Men
189
Women
6
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Colby-Sawyer Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,474
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$31K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$54K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$57K
15 grads
4yr Earnings
Biology, General
$46K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
11 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.