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Colby-Sawyer College

#5 in Best Value Colleges in New Hampshire
  • 4 Year
  • New London, NH
  • 451 reviews
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    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C+
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      A-
    4. Campus
      B-
    5. Athletics
      C+
    6. Party Scene
      C+
    7. Professors
      C+
    8. Location
      C
    9. Dorms
      B
    10. Campus Food
      C+
    11. Student Life
      C+
    12. Safety
      B+
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    Colby-Sawyer is a private college located in New London, New Hampshire. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 920 undergraduate students. The Colby-Sawyer acceptance rate is 87%. Popular majors include Business, Nursing, and Biology. Graduating 59% of students, Colby-Sawyer alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $33,600.
    About Colby-Sawyer College...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (without football)
    Athletic Conference
    North Atlantic Conference
    Address
    541 Main Street
    New London, NH 03257
    Website
    colby-sawyer.edu
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    Colby-Sawyer College Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    87%
    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    SAT Range
    —
    ACT Range
    —
    Application Fee
    $45
    SAT/ACT
    Neither required nor recommended
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    —

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $27,130/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $28,366/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    C+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    9:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    85%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.20 responses
    65%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.23 responses
    57%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.23 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Business
      40 Graduates
    • Nursing
      30 Graduates
    • Biology
      21 Graduates
    • Child Development
      21 Graduates
    • Environmental Science
      18 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      17 Graduates
    • Psychology
      16 Graduates
    • Public Health
      15 Graduates
    • Sport and Fitness Management
      15 Graduates
    • History
      14 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    920Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    62
    Undergrads Over 25
    1%
    Pell Grant
    29%
    Varsity Athletes
    31%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 10 responses
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    • Friendly
      60%
    • Eco-friendly
      30%
    • Hipsters
      10%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    97%
    Poll
    89%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.19 responses
    Poll
    57%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.30 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 11 responses
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    • Community-centered
      55%
    • Close-knit
      45%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $43,600/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    59%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    97%
    National
    83%
    93%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.14 responses
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    Colby-Sawyer College Reviews

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    My first semester at Colby-Sawyer was an awesome experience. I made tons of friends, it's a small school so I know almost everyone already. Everyone is super nice, the students, professors, campus safety, cafeteria workers, etc. Overall it is an extremely friendly place.
    As far as location, if you like a quaint town this is the place for you. But if you want a city experience or really any sort of life off of campus without at 30 minute drive, don't go here.
    There's a decent party scene here, mostly athletes at off campus houses. It's small and nothing extreme but I have a lot of fun on the weekends.
    If you like a small scene where you will know everybody and enjoy hiking and nature, Colby-Sawyer is a good place to go.
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    My experience thus far with Colby-Sawyer had been pretty great. I enjoy the close-knit community not only throughout the student groups but the teachers and students as well. Some may see a small college and turn away, but this campus allows students to create better connections with their peers and their professors.
    The community there is amazing. It's such a small area, but one of the most diverse places I have ever been. The professors, staff, and students are all more than willing to help with any questions or issues you may have. There are great traditions there and activities for any interests you have. Nothing but great things to say about Colby-Sawyer!