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SUNY College at Potsdam

Potsdam, NY · Public · Remote town · Website

SUNY College at Potsdam campus
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Admission rate
78%
Accessible
Average net price
$13,628
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
55%
Median earnings
$53,699
10 years after enrolling

Summary

SUNY College at Potsdam is a public college in Potsdam, NY with 1,823 undergraduates. It admits 78% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $13,628 per year ($9,379 for families earning under $30,000). 55% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $53,699 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
78%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,905
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,338
Fall 2023
Yield
13%
of admitted students enrolled

What SUNY College at Potsdam looks at

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

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

Cost

Cost of attendance
$25,481
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$8,768
Out-of-state tuition
$18,678

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$9,379
  • $30–48k$9,776
  • $48–75k$12,610
  • $75–110k$14,342
  • $110k+$19,041

Get a personal estimate with SUNY College at Potsdam's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
55%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$53,699
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$22,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,823
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
43%
  • White71%
  • Hispanic12%
  • Black7%
  • Asian2%

SUNY College at Potsdam FAQ

What is SUNY College at Potsdam's acceptance rate?+

SUNY College at Potsdam admits 78% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is SUNY College at Potsdam test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to SUNY College at Potsdam?+

In Fall 2023, 3,905 students applied to SUNY College at Potsdam and 3,338 were admitted; 430 enrolled.

Does SUNY College at Potsdam consider legacy status?+

Yes. SUNY College at Potsdam reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does SUNY College at Potsdam require an essay?+

SUNY College at Potsdam reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does SUNY College at Potsdam cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $25,481 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,628.

What is SUNY College at Potsdam's graduation rate?+

55% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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