Colgate University: programs, outcomes and local jobs
Colgate University at a glance
3,180
students enrolled
756
degrees and certificates a year
91%
of students complete
College Scorecard
$28,786
average net price a year
Tuition $66,622
$64,949
median earnings, 6 years after entry
$85,139
median earnings, 10 years after entry
64% working
What students study
| Field of study | Share of awards | Awards a year |
|---|---|---|
| Social sciences | 35% | 266 |
| Biological sciences | 15% | 112 |
| Psychology | 7% | 53 |
| Computer & information sciences | 7% | 49 |
| Physical sciences | 6% | 43 |
AI and data programs
Colgate University reported no degrees or certificates in artificial intelligence, data science, data analytics or robotics for 2024. A new program with no graduates yet would not appear here.
The job market around Colgate University
Professional jobs listed in the cities of Madison County, where the college is.
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15
open professional jobs
1
entry level
7%
ask for AI skills
1 jobs
3.9%
unemployment in Madison County
2026-08 · down 0.1 points from a year earlier
$73,141
median household income
Madison County
40%
of workers are in professional jobs
estimated 2.5% unemployment among them
Jobs that fit what students study here: most degrees are in social sciences, biological sciences, psychology, which lead to human resources (2 open).
Hiring most: Knowles (4), Olgoonik (3), Olgoonik Oilfield Services (2), Colgate University (1), DSG Global (1), Housing Visions Unlimited (1), Oneida Health (1), VCA Animal Hospitals (1).
What they hire for: Engineering (8), Clinical (2), Human Resources (2), Academic (1), Finance (1), Operations (1). Engineering jobs
Job search help near campus
Workforce board: Workforce Development Board of Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc..
- Madison County Career CenterWampsville · 315-363-2400 · M-F, 8:00-4:00
American Job Centers are free, public career offices.
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Common questions
- How big is Colgate University?
- Colgate University enrolls about 3,180 students and is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Hamilton, New York. It awards about 756 degrees and certificates a year.
- What is the graduation rate at Colgate University?
- 91% of students complete, from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (IPEDS 2023 / Scorecard 2026-06).
- What do Colgate University graduates earn?
- Median earnings of students who received federal aid are $64,949 six years after entry and $85,139 ten years after entry, from the College Scorecard.
- Does Colgate University offer AI or data science degrees?
- Colgate University reported no degrees or certificates in artificial intelligence, data science, data analytics or robotics for 2024 (IPEDS completions). A new program with no graduates yet would not appear.
- Are there jobs near Colgate University?
- 15 open professional jobs are listed in Madison County, 1 of them entry level and 0 saying no experience is needed. Knowles has the most openings.
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