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State University of New York at New Paltz

New Paltz, NY · Public · Fringe town · Website

State University of New York at New Paltz campus
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Admission rate
62%
Accessible
Average net price
$19,499
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
69%
Median earnings
$65,774
10 years after enrolling

Summary

State University of New York at New Paltz is a public college in New Paltz, NY with 6,086 undergraduates. It admits 62% of applicants, and admitted students average 1265 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $19,499 per year ($11,710 for families earning under $30,000). 69% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $65,774 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
62%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
16,249
Fall 2023
Admitted
9,538
Fall 2023
Yield
12%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing600–690
200800
SAT Math570–650
200800
ACT Composite25–29
136

What State University of New York at New Paltz looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testNot considered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$29,524
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$8,572
Out-of-state tuition
$19,172

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$11,710
  • $30–48k$14,337
  • $48–75k$19,620
  • $75–110k$22,081
  • $110k+$26,806

Get a personal estimate with State University of New York at New Paltz's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
69%
Freshman retention
85%
Median earnings
$65,774
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$18,734
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
6,086
Student–faculty ratio
16:1
Receive Pell grants
35%
  • White58%
  • Hispanic24%
  • Black7%
  • Asian5%

State University of New York at New Paltz FAQ

What is State University of New York at New Paltz's acceptance rate?+

State University of New York at New Paltz admits 62% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for State University of New York at New Paltz?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 600–690 on SAT Reading and Writing and 570–650 on SAT Math; the average total is 1265.

What ACT score do you need for State University of New York at New Paltz?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 25–29.

Is State University of New York at New Paltz test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to State University of New York at New Paltz?+

In Fall 2023, 16,249 students applied to State University of New York at New Paltz and 9,538 were admitted; 1,119 enrolled.

Does State University of New York at New Paltz consider legacy status?+

No. State University of New York at New Paltz reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does State University of New York at New Paltz require an essay?+

State University of New York at New Paltz reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does State University of New York at New Paltz cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $29,524 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,499.

What is State University of New York at New Paltz's graduation rate?+

69% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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