SUNY New Paltz
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About SUNY New Paltz
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
SUNY New Paltz is a medium-sized public school located on a suburban campus in New Paltz, New York. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,111, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 59%. The school offers 68 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 69%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,070, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $16,980.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile24-29
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1170-1340
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
8k
Students enrolled
43%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
50%
Unknown
2%
Black
6%
Hispanic
20%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
34% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
13
Total Online Enrollment
3,016
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.43% online, 57% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
89% On-campus
11% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's6% online
Graduate Certificate50% online
Master's14% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,070 | $16,980 |
| Graduate | $11,310 | $23,100 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,240 |
| On-campus room and board | $15,896 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,200 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $15,896 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,000 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,000 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $26,406 | $36,316 |
| Off-campus without family | $26,206 | $36,116 |
| Off-campus with family | $10,310 | $20,220 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
34%
State Grant Aid
55%
Institution Grant Aid
72%
Pell Grant
34%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debtafter graduation
$36k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
- Equestrian
- Field Hockey
- Softball
- Tennis
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 16 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 17 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Psychology. | |||
| 19 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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