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SUNY Polytechnic Institute

Utica, NY · Public · Midsize suburb · Website

SUNY Polytechnic Institute campus
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Admission rate
81%
Accessible
Average net price
$12,893
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
56%
Median earnings
$73,261
10 years after enrolling

Summary

SUNY Polytechnic Institute is a public college in Utica, NY with 1,849 undergraduates. It admits 81% of applicants, and admitted students average 1201 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $12,893 per year ($6,833 for families earning under $30,000). 56% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $73,261 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
81%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
4,936
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,872
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 & Writing505–680
200800
SAT Math520–690
200800
ACT Composite22–30
136

What SUNY Polytechnic Institute 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 statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$24,609
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$8,625
Out-of-state tuition
$21,215

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$6,833
  • $30–48k$9,935
  • $48–75k$12,020
  • $75–110k$16,031
  • $110k+$19,564

Get a personal estimate with SUNY Polytechnic Institute's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
56%
Freshman retention
69%
Median earnings
$73,261
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$15,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,849
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
41%
  • White65%
  • Hispanic12%
  • Black10%
  • Asian8%

SUNY Polytechnic Institute FAQ

What is SUNY Polytechnic Institute's acceptance rate?+

SUNY Polytechnic Institute admits 81% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for SUNY Polytechnic Institute?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 505–680 on SAT Reading and Writing and 520–690 on SAT Math; the average total is 1201.

What ACT score do you need for SUNY Polytechnic Institute?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 22–30.

Is SUNY Polytechnic Institute test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to SUNY Polytechnic Institute?+

In Fall 2023, 4,936 students applied to SUNY Polytechnic Institute and 3,872 were admitted; 389 enrolled.

Does SUNY Polytechnic Institute consider legacy status?+

No. SUNY Polytechnic Institute reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does SUNY Polytechnic Institute require an essay?+

SUNY Polytechnic Institute reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does SUNY Polytechnic Institute cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $24,609 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,893.

What is SUNY Polytechnic Institute's graduation rate?+

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

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