State University of New York at Plattsburgh
SUNY Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, New York 12901-2681
Campus Vibe
Known for business — excellent value
State University of New York at Plattsburgh is a public institution in Plattsburgh with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1180, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.8K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
59% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,403 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,547.
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News & Alerts
State University of New York at Plattsburgh Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1180
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Financial Aid
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
42.8%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
26
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Programs (99)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
71%
- •71% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
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Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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Varsity Sports — Cardinals
History & Fun Facts
- •After multiple proposals to the New York state senate going back as far as 1869, the final bill was formally proposed on January 12, 1888, by George S.
- •The board of directors adopted official by-laws for Plattsburgh State Normal and Training School on September 2, 1889.
- •Plattsburgh State Normal and Training School officially opened with its first day of classes on the morning of September 3, 1890.
- •The school's first principal was Fox Holden, former Superintendent of the Plattsburgh Union Graded Schools.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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