Schools NCAA Division I Colgate University
NCAA Division I · 2025–26 Season

Colgate University Hockey

Hamilton, NY ·Private Nonprofit ·3,180 undergrads
Program Overview

Colgate University fields a NCAA Division I hockey program in Hamilton, NY. The 2025–26 roster carries 26 players, making it a mid-size program within its division.

What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 10 players from outside the United States, representing Canada, ITA. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.

Junior hockey–heavy roster

Over 88% of this roster came through junior hockey circuits. Players here have typically spent one or more seasons in competitive junior programs before choosing college hockey — a meaningful indicator of prior competitive experience.

Highly selective admissions

With a 13.9% acceptance rate, this is among the most academically selective programs in ACHA. The hockey and academic bars are both genuinely high — players who succeed here typically have strong profiles on both fronts.

School Profile

Colgate University at a Glance

Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.

13.9%
Acceptance Rate
Very selective
1,508
Average SAT Score
Combined reading + math
$87,070
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
91%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$85,139
Median Earnings (10yr)
$64,949 at 6 years
$15,000
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$70,306
Tuition (Out-of-State)
13% of students receive Pell grants
3,180
Undergraduate Enrollment
Private Nonprofit institution
Roster Geography

Where Do Colgate University Hockey Players Come From?

26 players · 17 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

MN5 players
ON4 players
NY3 players
CA2 players
MB1 player
MD1 player
PA1 player
BC1 player
MI1 player
SK1 player
OH1 player
WI1 player
CAN9 players
ITA1 player

Minnesota leads the pipeline with 5 players (19%), but the international component is notable: 10 players from Canada, ITA give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before Colgate University?

Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.

Junior hockey
23
88%
College transfer
3
12%
Junior hockey

23 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.

College transfers

3 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.

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Home Ice

Colgate University Home Arena

Hamilton, NY

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For Recruits

Is Colgate University Hockey a Fit for You?

Colgate University sits at the intersection of elite academics and competitive hockey. With a 13.9% acceptance rate, getting admitted is the primary challenge — the school fields a NCAA Division I NCAA program, but draws players who earned a spot at a highly selective institution. If your academic profile is competitive, this is worth a serious look.