College comparison

Colby vs Emory University-Oxford College

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Colby Waterville, ME	Emory University-Oxford College Oxford, GA
Acceptance rateColby College is more selective	7%	13%
SAT (25–75)	1460–1550	1470–1550
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	2,407	967
Avg net price	$17,180	$37,920
Median earnings (10 yr)Colby reports higher median earnings	$80,490	$80,137
Graduation rate	89%	—
Median debt	$19,157	$18,250
Economic mobility	0.9%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Colby College or Emory University-Oxford College harder to get into?

Colby College is more selective: Colby College's acceptance rate is approximately 7% and Emory University-Oxford College's is approximately 13% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Colby College vs Emory University-Oxford College?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1460–1550 at Colby College and 1470–1550 at Emory University-Oxford College. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.