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State University of New York at Plattsburgh

SUNY Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh, New York 12901-2681

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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.

Established
1889
Motto
Latin: A Superbus Preteritus, A Validus Posterus
Mascot
Burghy
Type
Public university
Division
Division III
75%Acceptance
1180SAT Avg
3,789Students
15:1Student:Faculty
59%Grad Rate
$56,403Earnings 10yr
$16,547Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate75.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1180

Reading & WritingMid: 570
560640
MathMid: 575
540630

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,881
Tuition (out-of-state)$18,791
Room & Board$16,570
Books & Supplies$1,320
Total Cost of Attendance$27,415
Average Net Price$16,547
Median Debt at Graduation$21,196
Monthly Payment (10yr)$225

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$10,585
$30–48K$13,591
$48–75K$16,685
$75–110K$17,575
$110K+$23,723

Programs (99)

Student Body

Undergrads
3,789
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
31%
Pell Grant Recipients
39%

Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Black 11%
Hispanic 14%
Asian 3%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate58.8%
Freshman Retention71.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$48,089
8 Years$51,739
10 Years$56,403

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$41,900
Men
$52,100

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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