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Empire State University

Saratoga Springs, New York 12866-4391

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Known for business — excellent value

Empire State University is a public suburban institution in Saratoga Springs, New York. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A mid-sized campus of 7K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

29% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,080 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,147.

Established
1971
Mascot
Blue the Bluebird
Type
Public university

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SAT Avg
7,046Students
17:1Student:Faculty
29%Grad Rate
$54,080Earnings 10yr
$11,147Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Empire State University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$7,630
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,540
Books & Supplies$1,528
Total Cost of Attendance$18,221
Average Net Price$11,147
Median Debt at Graduation$18,730
Monthly Payment (10yr)$199

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$9,135
$30–48K$10,581
$48–75K$11,882
$75–110K$16,857
$110K+$18,178

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$11,147

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

65.4%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$11,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

51

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Programs (94)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
7,046
Gender Split
66% / 34%
Women / Men
First Generation
45%
Pell Grant Recipients
35%

Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Black 15%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 3%
Two+ 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate29.3%
Freshman Retention46.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$50,167
8 Years$52,603
10 Years$54,080

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$41,600
Men
$58,500

Rankings

U.S. News
#151

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

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