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Colgate at a Glance

Founded   1819
President   Interim President Lyle Roelofs
Students   2,800
Full-time Faculty   277
Active Alumni   30,000
Expenses (09-10)   Tuition: $40,690
Student activity fee: $280
Room (traditional residence hall): $4,815
Board (unlimited meals): $5,155
Personal/books (est.): $1,940
Total cost: $52,880 (est.)
Library   700,102 total volumes
2,196 periodical print subscriptions
Student Organizations   100 +
Athletics   25 Division I athletic teams
23 intramural sports
30+ club sports
School Colors   Maroon and white