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Colby Commitment

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The Colby Commitment aims to eliminate financial barriers for undergraduate students by providing fully funded aid, no loans, and capped parent contributions based on income. It also guarantees funded research, internship, and global experiences.

Provider: Colby College Intl Aid
Host country: United States
Deadline: November 15 (Early Decision I), January 15 (Early Decision II & Regular Decision)

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Who can apply: Undergraduate students, with specific financial eligibility based on family income and assets (up to $200,000 with typical assets).
Funding: Fully Funded
Study level: Undergraduate
Deadline: November 15 (Early Decision I), January 15 (Early Decision II & Regular Decision)

Key eligibility criteria

Undergraduate students, with specific financial eligibility based on family income and assets (up to $200,000 with typical assets).

Recorded funding information

Fully Funded

About the Colby Commitment (2026)

# Colby Commitment: Fully Funded Undergraduate Aid ## Overview The Colby Commitment is a transformative financial aid program offered by Colby College Intl Aid, designed to eliminate financial barriers for students pursuing an undergraduate degree. This initiative ensures that talented students, regardless of their socioeconomic background, can access a world-class education without the burden of application fees, loans, or high parent contributions. The program emphasizes significant financial aid, funded experiences through DavisConnects, and comprehensive support for student success. It aims to make Colby more affordable than many other four-year colleges and universities, fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. ## Benefits The Colby Commitment provides substantial financial benefits to eligible students. Key benefits include: * **No Application Fees:** There is no charge to apply to Colby College. * **No Loans:** The financial aid packages are designed to be loan-free, minimizing post-graduation debt. * **No Barriers:** The program strives to remove financial obstacles to attending Colby. * **Parent/Guardian Contribution Limits:** * For families with a total income of $75,000 or less and typical assets, the parent or guardian contribution is $0. * For families with a total income of $75,001 to $100,000 and typical assets, the parent or guardian contribution is no more than $10,000. * For families with a total income of $100,001 to $150,000 and typical assets, the parent or guardian contribution is no more than $15,000. * For families with a total income of $150,001 to $200,000 and typical assets, the parent or guardian contribution is no more than $20,000. * **Significant Financial Aid Offers:** The average financial aid offer for incoming students is over $77,000 (as of July 1, 2025). * **Funded Experiences:** Through DavisConnects, all students are guaranteed access to fully funded research, internship, and global experiences worldwide. Scholar Programs provide additional funding opportunities. * **Comprehensive Student Support:** Colby invests in mentoring, resources, and opportunities to ensure lifelong success for its students. ## Eligibility While specific eligibility criteria are not exhaustively detailed on the page, the program is generally aimed at prospective undergraduate students. The key financial eligibility points are tied to family income and assets: * Families with a total income up to $200,000 with typical assets are eligible for defined parent/guardian contribution limits. * The program is designed to support students who might otherwise face financial barriers to attending a college like Colby. * Applicants are evaluated individually within the context of their background. ## Required Documents The provided text does not explicitly list required documents for the Colby Commitment itself. However, as it is tied to the college application process and financial aid, applicants will typically need to submit a comprehensive application for admission, which usually includes: * Standard college application forms (e.g., Common Application or Coalition Application). * Academic transcripts. * Letters of recommendation. * Essays or personal statements. * Financial aid forms, such as the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and/or CSS Profile (College Scholarship Service Profile), to determine family income and assets. These forms are crucial for Colby to assess the family's financial situation and calculate the appropriate parent/guardian contribution. * Test scores (SAT/ACT) are optional for admission to Colby College. * No additional writing supplements are required. ## How to Apply Applying for the Colby Commitment is integrated into the general application process for admission to Colby College. Key steps include: 1. **Complete the Colby Application:** Submit your application for admission to Colby College. There is no fee to apply. 2. **No Additional Writing Supplements:** Applicants are not required to submit extra writing supplements beyond the main application. 3. **Optional Test Scores:** Decided whether or not to submit SAT or ACT scores, as they are optional. 4. **Submit Financial Aid Forms:** To be considered for the Colby Commitment's financial aid, prospective students must submit the necessary financial aid forms (e.g., FAFSA and/or CSS Profile) by the stated deadlines. These forms are used to assess parental/guardian contributions based on income and assets. 5. **Calculate Your Costs:** Prospective applicants are encouraged to use the "Calculate Your Costs" tool available on the official website to get an estimate of their potential family contribution. ## Key Dates The application deadlines for admission and, by extension, consideration for the Colby Commitment are as follows: * **November 15:** Early Decision I * **January 15:** Early Decision II & Regular Decision Applicants should ensure all components of their application, including financial aid forms, are submitted by these deadlines to be considered for the Colby Commitment. ## Selection Criteria Applicants for the Colby Commitment are evaluated holistically within the context of their background. While specific selection criteria for the financial aid component are primarily based on demonstrated financial need (as assessed by family income and assets), admission to Colby College itself involves a comprehensive review: * **Academic Performance:** Strong academic records are typically a key factor. * **Extracurricular Activities:** Participation and leadership in activities outside of academics. * **Personal Qualities:** Essays, recommendations, and interviews (if applicable) help assess character, potential, and fit with Colby's community. * **Contextual Evaluation:** Each applicant is evaluated as an individual, considering their unique background and circumstances. * **Financial Need:** For the Colby Commitment specifically, the primary selection criterion is the financial situation of the applicant's family, determining their parent/guardian contribution tier. ## Tips * **Review the Commitment Brochure:** For more detailed information, prospective applicants are encouraged to view the "Commitment Brochure" linked on the official page. * **Utilize the Cost Calculator:** Before applying, use the "Calculate Your Costs" tool provided on the Colby website to understand potential financial obligations. * **Apply by Deadlines:** Ensure all application materials, including financial aid forms, are submitted by the Early Decision I, Early Decision II, or Regular Decision deadlines. * **Showcase Your Strengths:** Despite the financial focus of the Commitment, admission to Colby is competitive. Highlight your academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, and personal qualities in your application. * **Understand Parent Contribution:** Carefully review the income tiers and corresponding parent/guardian contribution limits to understand the potential out-of-pocket costs. * **Explore Partner Programs:** If you are part of an organization like Davis UWC Scholars, The Posse Foundation, QuestBridge, or other listed partners, leverage those affiliations as they work closely with Colby. ## Official Source For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the Colby Commitment, please visit the official website: [https://afa.colby.edu/cost-and-aid/colby-commitment/](https://afa.colby.edu/cost-and-aid/colby-commitment/) Additionally, the Commitment Brochure offers further details and can be accessed at: [https://issuu.com/colbycollegeadmissions/docs/colby_college_commitment_brochure_2025](https://issuu.com/colbycollegeadmissions/docs/colby_college_commitment_brochure_2025)

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Fully Funded

Colby Commitment eligibility

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Undergraduate students, with specific financial eligibility based on family income and assets (up to $200,000 with typical assets).

Colby Commitment document information

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How to apply for the Colby Commitment 2026

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Consult https://afa.colby.edu/cost-and-aid/colby-commitment/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.
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Check eligibility and any requested materials
Listed eligibility: Undergraduate students, with specific financial eligibility based on family income and assets (up to $200,000 with typical assets).. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.
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Listed deadline information: November 15 (Early Decision I), January 15 (Early Decision II & Regular Decision). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

Colby Commitment deadline & application timeline

Provider deadline information: November 15 (Early Decision I), January 15 (Early Decision II & Regular Decision). This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

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November 15 (Early Decision I), January 15 (Early Decision II & Regular Decision)
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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Colby Commitment?+

Undergraduate students, with specific financial eligibility based on family income and assets (up to $200,000 with typical assets).

What funding does the Colby Commitment offer?+

Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

When is the application deadline?+

Provider deadline information: November 15 (Early Decision I), January 15 (Early Decision II & Regular Decision). Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

What documents do I need to apply?+

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

How do I check the application process?+

Consult https://afa.colby.edu/cost-and-aid/colby-commitment/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Undergraduate students, with specific financial eligibility based on family income and assets (up to $200,000 with typical assets).. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: November 15 (Early Decision I), January 15 (Early Decision II & Regular Decision). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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