Colby-Sawyer College
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 62%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Colby-Sawyer College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 58% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 11th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NH wage index 1.18). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Colby-Sawyer College
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $78,856 | $82,803 | -7% | #621 of 966 | #915 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $54,304 | $68,502 | +0% | #417 of 1176 | #711 | $27,000 |
| Psychology | — | $56,533 | +11% | #187 of 1027 | #392 | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $30,804 | $55,024 | +1% | #255 of 610 | #422 | $26,850 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | — | $47,114 | -14% | #231 of 265 | #255 | — |
| Biology | — | $45,783 | -20% | #776 of 841 | #819 | $26,160 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Colby-Sawyer College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $711,231
- Avg rent near campus: $2,214/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 03773 (3.5% cap, Newport)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $17,500 | $17,500 |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $38,708 | $38,708 |
Financial Aid
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Colby-Sawyer College's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology