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State University of New York at Oswego

Oswego, NY · Public · Distant town · Website

State University of New York at Oswego campus
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Admission rate
81%
Accessible
Average net price
$16,300
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
58%
Median earnings
$63,727
10 years after enrolling

Summary

State University of New York at Oswego is a public college in Oswego, NY with 5,473 undergraduates. It admits 81% of applicants, and admitted students average 1187 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $16,300 per year ($9,636 for families earning under $30,000). 58% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $63,727 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
81%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
14,465
Fall 2023
Admitted
11,629
Fall 2023
Yield
10%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing530–630
200800
SAT Math540–640
200800
ACT Composite23–29
136

What State University of New York at Oswego looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$27,791
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$8,825
Out-of-state tuition
$19,255

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$9,636
  • $30–48k$12,187
  • $48–75k$16,101
  • $75–110k$18,725
  • $110k+$23,073

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
58%
Freshman retention
71%
Median earnings
$63,727
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
5,473
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
43%
  • White65%
  • Hispanic15%
  • Black11%
  • Asian3%

State University of New York at Oswego FAQ

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

State University of New York at Oswego admits 81% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 530–630 on SAT Reading and Writing and 540–640 on SAT Math; the average total is 1187.

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

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 23–29.

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

Test optional (considered if submitted).

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

In Fall 2023, 14,465 students applied to State University of New York at Oswego and 11,629 were admitted; 1,191 enrolled.

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

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

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

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

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

The sticker cost of attendance is $27,791 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,300.

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

58% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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