United States · Waterville, ME
Colby College
Maine LAC with strong global programs.
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Admission at Colby College
Colby College admits about 8% of applicants, which makes it most selective. Admission is holistic: four years of transcript and course rigor first, then essays and activities, then recommendations and test scores. At this admit rate a strong profile is a reach for everyone; the essays and the activities list are where the decision is made.
GCC applicants: international curricula (IB, American Diploma with APs, A-levels) are read in their own terms. English proficiency tests are usually waived for English-medium schools; check the university's waiver rule. Saudi students on a Ministry scholarship should confirm the programme is on the approved list before applying Early Decision.
Colby College supplemental essays, 2025-26
Colby College asks for no supplemental essays. The Common App personal statement (650 words, one of seven prompts) is the only piece of writing.
Every US applicant also writes the Common App personal statement: 650 words, seven prompts. Admitify's coach reads drafts line by line and never writes for the student.
Strong for
Liberal Arts · Economics · Physical Sciences
Data verified September 2026. Universities change requirements each cycle; confirm on colby.edu before you apply. Spotted a change? Tell us.