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Colby College

Waterville, Maine · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$60,052

Acceptance Rate

7%

Graduation Rate

89%

Annual Tuition

$66,600

At a Glance

Total Students

2,282

Retention Rate

91%

Faculty Ratio

9

Financial Aid

9%

Median Debt

$19,157

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Colby College is a private, non-profit institution with a student body of 2,282. The college has a highly selective admissions process, accepting only 6.8% of applicants. It demonstrates strong student success metrics, with a graduation rate of 89.2% and a retention rate of 90.6%. The annual in-state tuition is $66,600.

Graduates of Colby College experience positive financial outcomes. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $43,563, increasing to $60,052 after five years and $80,490 after ten years. The median debt for students is $19,157, and 8.7% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$44k

1 YEAR

$60k

5 YEARS

$80k

10 YEARS

Top 15% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Colby College alumni earn a median of $43,563. Five years out, median earnings increase to $60,052, and after ten years, alumni earn a median of $80,490. The median debt for graduates is $19,157.

Colby College has a high retention rate of 90.6% and an 89.2% graduation rate. The college has a very selective acceptance rate of 6.8%. The in-state tuition is $66,600, and 8.7% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Waterville, Maine

Waterville, ME 04901-8840

Colby College is located in Waterville, Maine. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Colby College has an acceptance rate of 6.8%.