Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002572
- Phone: (775) 445-3000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
89.61%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$29,818Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Colby – Sawyer College
Also known as Colby-Sawyer
2201 West College Parkway, Carson City, NV
Colby - Sawyer College is a nonprofit private college that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in New London, NH, in a predominantly rural area. Enrollment at Colby-Sawyer is nearly a thousand yearly.
Students may pick from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Psychology
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Social Sciences
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Colby-Sawyer accepts about 80% of applicants yearly. Of those applicants accepted, around 16% enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at colby-sawyer.edu.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $38,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is usually grants and loans.
The Colby - Sawyer College "Chargers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)
- Skiing (NCAA Division III)
Students who would like to view more about Colby - Sawyer College may check out their website at http://colby-sawyer.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Colby-Sawyer accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Colby – Sawyer College has a total student population of about 860. The student body is made up of 100% undergraduate students and 27% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $42,000-$51,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Per unit charges are around $1,600 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 96% | $30,932 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 78% | $8,965 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Colby – Sawyer College may provide services including:- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2002)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2002)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Colby – Sawyer College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (North Atlantic Conference)
- Basketball (North Atlantic Conference)
- Track and Field (North Atlantic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Equestrian
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Colby – Sawyer College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Education
English Language and Literature
- Creative Writing (B)
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Public Health (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Healthcare Administration (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Colby – Sawyer College.
- College of St. Mary Magdalen in Keene, NH (9 miles away)
- Saint Joseph's College of Maine in Portland, ME (80 miles away)
- Endicott College in Boston, MA (83 miles away)
- Lasell College in Holyoke, MA (83 miles away)
- Babson College in Worcester, MA (85 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002572
- Phone: (775) 445-3000
- School Homepage