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State University of New York at Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh, NY · Public · Distant town · Website

State University of New York at Plattsburgh campus
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Admission rate
78%
Accessible
Average net price
$15,606
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
56%
Median earnings
$61,867
10 years after enrolling

Summary

State University of New York at Plattsburgh is a public college in Plattsburgh, NY with 3,769 undergraduates. It admits 78% of applicants, and admitted students average 1165 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $15,606 per year ($8,592 for families earning under $30,000). 56% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $61,867 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
78%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
8,410
Fall 2023
Admitted
6,323
Fall 2023
Yield
13%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing540–640
200800
SAT Math540–610
200800
ACT Composite22–28
136

What State University of New York at Plattsburgh 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 competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$28,193
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$9,035
Out-of-state tuition
$18,945

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$8,592
  • $30–48k$9,817
  • $48–75k$15,090
  • $75–110k$17,551
  • $110k+$23,393

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
56%
Freshman retention
73%
Median earnings
$61,867
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,318
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
3,769
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
43%
  • White63%
  • Hispanic14%
  • Black12%
  • Asian3%

State University of New York at Plattsburgh FAQ

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

State University of New York at Plattsburgh admits 78% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 540–640 on SAT Reading and Writing and 540–610 on SAT Math; the average total is 1165.

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

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 22–28.

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

Test optional (considered if submitted).

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

In Fall 2023, 8,410 students applied to State University of New York at Plattsburgh and 6,323 were admitted; 789 enrolled.

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

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

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

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

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

The sticker cost of attendance is $28,193 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,606.

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

56% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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