Parent and Family Updates

Colgate has many ways for students to get involved, develop friendships, and build their own community. Learn about the resources and people who can help.

Insight into the course registration process and the resources to support students as they register for classes.

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

The Shaw Wellness Institute offers a variety of health promotion programs as well as alcohol and other drugs services. Being familiar with what’s available can help parents and family members guide their students to resources they may need.

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

Tips on helping your student to rest and rejuvenate after a challenging semester

If your student is interested or already planning a semester off campus — and 64 percent of Colgate graduating classes typically do — there are important discussion points to work through as a family.

Our executive director of disability services shares insight on the process for students with disabilities.

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.

Financial aid credit balances for students studying off campus in the spring, spring financial aid disbursements, and 2025–26 financial aid application requirements.