Alumni Memorial Scholars

A signature program for accepted students of the highest academic caliber, these scholars form a vibrant community focused on academic and cultural discovery.

About the Program

AMS scholars are selected during the admission process and remain members of the program throughout their time at Colgate. There is no separate application.

Meet the Scholars

An image of Hannah Fitton '14 examining a skull

Boris Shou '18 with trees in the background

Research and Academic Opportunities for All Disciplines

The cornerstone of the AMS program is the opportunity for each student to apply, at any point before graduating, for grants totaling up to $6,000 to fund independent research, attendance at academic conferences.

Independent research
Attendance at academic conferences
Internships

RECENT PROJECTS

A Community of Scholars

First-year AMS scholars live in a common residence hall. Aside from having a mutual academic experience in common, living together often ignites ideas for academic research, and makes it easier to make friends on campus. Social events throughout the year also bring AMS scholars from all class years together.