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Waterville, United States of America
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Application Components & Policies
Application Platforms & Fee
Colby accepts the Common Application, Coalition, or QuestBridge Application.
No application fee is charged.
Academic Records
A high school transcript and a secondary school report from a school official are required.
Competitive applicants typically complete a minimum of 20 core academic units, including:
4 years English
3 years Mathematics
2 years Laboratory Science
2 years History/Social Science
2 years College-prep electives
Letters of Recommendation
Required: one counselor recommendation and two teacher recommendations.
Additional letters are accepted but optional.
Standardized Testing
Colby is test-optional. SAT/ACT scores are not required, but you may submit them if they strengthen your application.
They superscore SAT and ACT results.
English Proficiency for Non-Native Speakers
If English is not your first language or the primary language of instruction, you must submit results from:
TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test (DET)
Colby accepts MyBest (superscore) from TOEFL and allows video interviews via platforms like Vericant and InitialView.
Academic Profile & Selectivity
Highly Competitive
Average weighted GPA: approximately 4.04+, indicating students often top their class.
Typical standardized scores:
SAT (mid-50%): 1450–1530 (average ~1465)
ACT (mid-50%): ~32–34 (average ~33)
Selectivity
Colby’s acceptance rate is extremely low—6% for the Class of 2027.
Deadlines & Application Pathways
Admission Options
Early Decision I: Deadline November 15 (financial aid due same day)
Early Decision II & Regular Decision: Deadline January 3 (financial aid due January 17).
Know more
In 2013, Colby became one of the first colleges in the U.S. to achieve carbon neutrality, showcasing its leadership in environmental sustainability.
The establishment of this institute has made Colby a significant hub for American art research and creative collaboration.
The Colby College Museum of Art holds Maine’s largest art collection, serving as a major cultural resource for the region.
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