Colby College Student Population

How many students at Colby?

For the academic year 2024-2025, Colby College has a total enrollment of 2,412 students and all students enrolled in undergraduate programs.

• Gender Breakdown: 1,178 male students (48.8%) and 1,234 female students (51.2%) are attending .
• Race and Ethnicity Breakdown: The two largest race/ethnicity groups are 1,321 White students (54.8%) and 246 Asian students (10.2%).

Compared to similar private (not-for-profit) Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences - which average 1,449 - Colby's body is significantly larger.

Explore complete student demographics below, including gender ratio, race and ethnicity, and age distribution.

Enrollment by Gender and Class Level

By gender, 1,178 male (48.84%) and 1,234 female (51.16%) students are attending Colby College. The number of male students per 100 females students (male-to-female ratio) is 95.46.

• Enrollment Trends

Student Distribution by Race/Ethnicity

By race/ethnicity, 1,321 White, 115 Black, and 246 Asian students out of a total of 2,412 are attending at Colby College. Comprehensive enrollment statistic data by race/ethnicity is shown in the chart below (academic year 2024-2025 data).

Colby College is moderately diverse with a diversity index of 67.4% measured by Census Bureau Diversity Index. The institution demonstrates strong racial and ethnic diversity among its student body.

Student Age Distribution

There are 2,282 students under 25 years old, and 2 students over 25 years old out of 2,284 total students.

*The age distribution is based on 2023-2024 enrollment data.

Transfer-in Students (Undergraduate)

Among 2,412 enrolled in undergraduate programs, 10 students have transferred-in from other institutions. The percentage of transfer-in students is 0.41%.