SUNY Polytechnic Institute
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About SUNY Polytechnic Institute
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
SUNY Polytechnic Institute is a small public institution located on a suburban campus in Utica, New York. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,739, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 82%. The institution offers 32 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 62%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,070, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $17,830.
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
79% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
62% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
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 admissionYes
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
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 Percentile26-32
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1080-1390
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
6k
Students enrolled
40%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
23%
Unknown
0%
Black
3%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
4% 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
15
Total Online Enrollment
2,228
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.40% online, 60% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
78% On-campus
22% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's22% online
Graduate Certificate30% online
Master's22% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
54%
State Grant Aid
60%
Institution Grant Aid
86%
Pell Grant
4%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$17k
Average student debtafter graduation
$45k
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
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Engineering. | |||
| 6 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 8 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 9 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 10 | Psychology. | |||
| 11 | Science Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 12 | Social Sciences. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.