Parent and Family Updates

Colgate experts share insight about majors — and suggestions for supporting your student as they make decisions about their academic focus.

Colgate’s residential life staff members share insight and advice on the ins and outs of housing selection to help you in conversations with your student.

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is undergoing major changes for 2024–25. Learn more about the upcoming changes in the financial aid application process and how to prepare.

Students don’t come pre-programmed knowing how to navigate college. Colgate’s new required Living and Learning Workshops (LLWs), which take place on Fridays, introduce first-year students to liberal arts topics, skills, and ways of learning.

Membership in a fraternity or sorority comes with specific training requirements, as well as support. Families of new members may wish to understand more about this experience and will want to be familiar with Colgate's expectations of members.

College is an exciting time for many reasons, for both students and their families. It can also be overwhelming. Following some guidelines will help your student succeed and grow.

Upcoming deadlines, financial aid credit balances for students studying off campus in the spring, and spring financial aid disbursements.

The First@Colgate program was proud to sponsor a slate of events in recognition of Colgate's first-generation students as part of the National First-Generation College Celebration.

With more than 50 events, nearly 40 academic classes, and picture-perfect weather, Family Weekend 2022 offered a plethora of moments for students to enjoy with their guests.

Fall break is the perfect time to check in with your student about their career exploration and preparation journey. Here’s an update on Colgate’s latest career development offerings, and some timely action items to chat about with your students.