Colgate University

Colgate University requires at least 32 courses to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

There is no accelarated degree program at Colgate University, but students who wish to save money or graduate early can look into transferring in credits. Colgate University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, Colgate University does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 91% of students who start college at Colgate University finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	–	X	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	–	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Colgate University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At Colgate University?

Colgate University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Colgate University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Colgate University

When choosing a major, Colgate University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Colgate University.Colgate University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Colgate University false.Colgate University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Colgate University

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Does Colgate University Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Colgate University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Colgate University Offer Online Classes?

❌ Colgate University false or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does Colgate University Give AP Credit?

✅ Colgate University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Colgate University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Colgate University, check with the school directly.

Does Colgate University Require Internships?

❌ Students at Colgate University are not required to complete an internship as a graduation requirement.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Colgate University does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.

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Additional Information About Colgate University

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Colgate University Library

The main library on campus is the Case Library and Geyer Center for Information Technology and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Colgate University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Colgate University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Columbia University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Washington University in St. Louis

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Colgate University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Colgate University has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Colgate University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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