Colgate is a distinctive university known for its intellectual rigor, world-class professors, campus of stunning beauty, and loyal alumni. At the core of Colgate University is one of the most ambitious and relevant learning experiences in the country. Regardless of major, all students are taught to think critically, communicate powerfully, analyze other perspectives, and solve complex problems.
 
Colgate competes in Division I athletics, the highest level of collegiate sports, and residential living ensures that students feel connected. In the center of New York State, in one of the friendliest towns in America, Colgate offers the best of college life.