Admission & Aid

Diversity and Admission



Colgate strives to be a diverse community with the interests and outlets that are representative of not only our nation, but also the world. In recent years, diversity of our student body, faculty, and staff has grown ethnically and culturally, as well as geographically and socioeconomically. Colgate provides an environment where students can appreciate, celebrate, and learn about their own cultures as well as those of the people around them.

• Student enrollment African American/black 5.6% Asian/Pacific Islander 8.5% Hispanic/Latino 7.3% Native American <1% Two or more races          2.5% Unknown 4.7% White 71.2% • Colgate faculty African American/black  5.1% Asian/Pacific Islander 11.6% Hispanic/Latino 3.3% Native American <1% White 79.3%

By the numbers

The Class of 2015 represents one of Colgate's most diverse class years yet. 25.4% of the Class of 2015 self-identified as being from multicultural backgrounds and 7.9% are international students. Colgate's student body also includes students from 47 states, the District of Columbia, and 42 countries.

Admission initiatives

The Office of Admission is committed to the recruitment and retention of a diverse and culturally aware student body. A number of initiatives overseen by the Multicultural Recruitment Committee help us attract and enroll not only a strong group of students of color, but also majority students who have a real and vested interest in joining a community that celebrates multiculturalism. Our admission process is characterized by a sensitivity to context and an appreciation of difference.

Multicultural Recruitment Committee
A roster, message from the committee, and committee meeting schedule

Voices of Colgate
Connect with current students engaged with the multicultural community on campus.

Multicultural Open House
Details about our fall event for prospective students and parents