COLBY - SAWYER COLLEGE (Colby-Sawyer)
- 541 Main St
- New London, NH 03257
- OPEID College Code: 00257200
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- General Phone: (603) 526-3000
- President: Thomas C. Galligan, Jr.
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Rural
- Student Enrollment: 1,122
- College Alias: Colby-Sawyer
- College Mascot: Chargers
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Colby - Sawyer College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Website
- www.colby-sawyer.edu

- Mission Statement
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Accreditation
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, No Graduate Coexistence
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Colby - Sawyer College Campus Map
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $45.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,050 | 2,174 | 3,224 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 753 (72%) | 1,820 (84%) | 2,573 (80%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 130 (17%) | 324 (18%) | 454 (18%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 92%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 78% | 26% | 23% | 90% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,671 | $4,736 | $875 | $16,749 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.1% | 3.9% | 1.0% |
| Number in Default | 3 | 8 | 3 |
| Number in Repayment | 253 | 204 | 291 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $31,090 | $29,620 | $28,010 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $31,090 | $29,620 | $28,010 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $31,090 | $29,620 | $28,010 |
| Books and Supplies | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,860 | $10,340 | $9,900 |
| Other Expenses | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,860 | $10,340 | $9,900 |
| Other Expenses | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $43,700 | $41,710 | $39,660 |
| In-State | $43,700 | $41,710 | $39,660 |
| Out of State | $43,700 | $41,710 | $39,660 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $44,200 | $42,210 | $40,160 |
| In-State | $44,200 | $42,210 | $40,160 |
| Out of State | $44,200 | $42,210 | $40,160 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $33,340 | $31,870 | $30,260 |
| In-State | $33,340 | $31,870 | $30,260 |
| Out of State | $33,340 | $31,870 | $30,260 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Associate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | ||
| Biology Degree | - | 4 |
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||
| Business Administration Degree | - | 29 |
| Communications and Journalism | ||
| Media Studies Degree | - | 17 |
| Education | ||
| Art Teacher Education Degree | - | - |
| Early Childhood Education Degree | - | 12 |
| English and Language Arts Teacher Education Degree | - | 2 |
| Social Studies Teacher Education Degree | - | 3 |
| English Language and Literature | ||
| English Language and Literature Degree | - | 5 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Athletic Training Degree | - | 11 |
| Health Services Degree | - | 2 |
| Nursing Degree | - | 24 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||
| Liberal Arts Degree | 6 | - |
| Natural Resources and Conservation | ||
| Environmental Studies Degree | - | 3 |
| Psychology | ||
| Developmental and Child Psychology Degree | - | 7 |
| Psychology Degree | - | 17 |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies | ||
| Kinesiology and Exercise Science Degree | - | 8 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree | - | 24 |
| Social Sciences | ||
| Social Sciences, Other Degree | - | 5 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | ||
| Fine Studio Arts Degree | - | - |
| Graphic Design Degree | - | 13 |
| Art Studies Degree | - | 3 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,122 Undergraduate: 1,122
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 364 Female: 758
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 364 Female: 758
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,087 Part-Time: 35
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,087 Part-Time: 35
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 22 | 2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 29 | 3% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 31 | 3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 648 | 58% |
| Ages 20-21 | 357 | 32% |
| Ages 22-24 | 47 | 4% |
| Ages 25-29 | 7 | 0.6% |
| Ages 30-34 | 2 | 0.2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 5 | 0.4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1 | 0.09% |
| Age Unknown | 24 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 320 | 238 | 82 |
| Faculty Status | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Tenured Faculty | 22 | 20 | 2 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Primarily Instruction | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 34 | 34 | - |
| Other Professionals | 118 | 105 | 13 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 52 | 39 | 13 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 42 | 30 | 12 |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 8 | 7 | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $57,186 (60) | $57,090 (31) | $57,289 (29) |
| Professor | $77,137 (10) | $76,208 (7) | $79,305 (3) |
| Associate Professor | $59,942 (12) | $58,360 (5) | $61,072 (7) |
| Assistant Professor | $50,945 (37) | $49,388 (18) | $52,420 (19) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $57,186 (60) | $57,090 (31) | $57,289 (29) |
| Professor | $77,137 (10) | $76,208 (7) | $79,305 (3) |
| Associate Professor | $59,942 (12) | $58,360 (5) | $61,072 (7) |
| Assistant Professor | $50,945 (37) | $49,388 (18) | $52,420 (19) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 296 | 130 | 166 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 272 | 122 | 150 |
| Baseball | 34 | 34 | - |
| Basketball | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Lacrosse | 23 | - | 23 |
| Skiing | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Soccer | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Swimming and Diving | 35 | 12 | 23 |
| Tennis | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Volleyball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Equestrian | 16 | - | 16 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $21,903 | $22,120 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,227 | $2,035 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Baseball | 5 | 5 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 4 | - |
| Basketball | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Lacrosse | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Skiing | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Soccer | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Swimming and Diving | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Tennis | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Equestrian | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 69%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 61% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 51% |
| Female | 65% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 25% |
| Black | 100% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 62% |
| Unknown | 50% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 52% |
| 5 Years | 58% |
| 6 Years | 60% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 4 | 7 |
| Liquor Related | 15 | 40 |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 4 | 7 |
| Liquor Related | 20 | 50 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | 3 |
| Burglary | 22 | 12 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | 3 |
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 26 | 13 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009