Home- Campus Life- Class of 2017- Exploring Hamilton Exploring Hamilton Colgate is located in Hamilton, a rural village in Central New York. The relationships between the university and the town, as well as between students and local residents, are very strong and help define students' experiences. They will spend a great deal of their time "downtown," so it's best to get to know it early! About Hamilton Learn more about the Hamilton area and the many resources it offers. Hamilton area Hotspots and highlights Lodging Seven Oaks Golf Course Directions and Maps Find the best routes and directions to, from, and around Hamilton. Directions and maps Campus map Student video explores the many great features of the Hamilton community Campus Life Housing Options Campus Dining The Arts on Campus Clubs and Organizations Sports and Recreation Volunteerism Religious Life Fraternities and Sororities ALANA Cultural Center LGBTQ Life Career Services for Students Class of 2017 Frequently Asked Questions Forms Exploring Hamilton Parents' Corner Arrival Day Pre-Orientation Colgate Bookstore RELATED LINKS Intellectual Engagement INTELLECTUAL ENGAGEMENT Collaborative research by highly regarded faculty is a Colgate trademark. Off-Campus Study OFF-CAMPUS STUDY Colgate has one of the most robust off-campus study programs in the country. Career Services CAREER SERVICES Staff members and dedicated alumni play a key role in students' career exploration. Lucky 13 LUCKY 13 Find out why 13 is the most popular number on campus.