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Colby-Sawyer College

New London, NH·Private nonprofit·778 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 778 students.

90%
Accept
778
Students
$25,857
Net Price
62%
Grad Rate
$47,700
Earnings
10 yr
$19,500
Debt

About This School

Colby-Sawyer College is a private nonprofit institution located in New London, New Hampshire with approximately 778 undergraduate students enrolled. Colby-Sawyer College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 90%. The average net price after financial aid is $25,857 per year. The graduation rate is 62%, and the typical graduate earns $47,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Colby–Sawyer College is a private college in New London, New Hampshire, United States. It was founded as a coeducational academy in 1837 and sits on a 200-acre (0.81 km2) campus.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the 62% graduation rate means roughly 4 in 10 students don't finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. That said, the average net price of about $26,000/year is manageable, and median debt at graduation sits at a reasonable $19,500. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small, personal campus experience in rural New Hampshire and have a clear plan for staying enrolled — but look closely at why so many students leave before finishing.

Founded
1837
Setting
Remote rural

Popular Programs

Health Professions42%
Business & Marketing8%
Education7%
Psychology6%
Biological Sciences6%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
Social Sciences1%
English1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

John Quincy Adams Brackett

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$18,400
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,400
Avg Net Price
$25,857
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants23%
Median debt at graduation$19,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
62%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
81%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$47,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$35,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$47,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.4x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White78%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino3%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (778 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Colby-Sawyer College

541 Main Street

New London, NH 03257-7835

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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