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State University of New York Empire State College

Saratoga Springs, NY 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate51%

SUNY Empire State College Admissions

It is not competitive to get into State University of New York Empire State College. The acceptance rate at State University of New York Empire State College is 51%. Last year, 604 students applied to State University of New York Empire State College and 308 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to State University of New York Empire State College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

State University of New York Empire State College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of State University of New York Empire State College's admissions stats.

State University of New York Empire State College 2023 Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Waitlist No

State University of New York Empire State College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for State University of New York Empire State College.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No

Considering Applying Early to State University of New York Empire State College?


State University of New York Empire State College does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on State University of New York Empire State College Admissions


Transferring to State University of New York Empire State College

Transfer student admissions is not competitive.

For Students Waitlisted to State University of New York Empire State College

State University of New York Empire State College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does State University of New York Empire State College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at State University of New York Empire State College

Curious about the factors that are considered by State University of New York Empire State College during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Application Essay Very Important

Make sure to check with State University of New York Empire State College for more information on admission factors.

State University of New York Empire State College Application Requirements

To apply to State University of New York Empire State College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with State University of New York Empire State College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into State University of New York Empire State College?

State University of New York Empire State College has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

State University of New York Empire State College does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to State University of New York Empire State College

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to State University of New York Empire State College. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in State University of New York Empire State College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


State University of New York Empire State College Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to State University of New York Empire State College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to State University of New York Empire State College.

Does State University of New York Empire State College accept transfer credits?

✅ State University of New York Empire State College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. State University of New York Empire State College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does State University of New York Empire State College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ State University of New York Empire State College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to State University of New York Empire State College?

✅ State University of New York Empire State College is not test optional.

What is State University of New York Empire State College's acceptance rate?

✅ State University of New York Empire State College's acceptance rate is 51%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at State University of New York Empire State College?

❌ State University of New York Empire State College does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About State University of New York Empire State College?

Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.

Overview

Student Life

Academics

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SUNY Empire State College Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Open Admission

51%

How hard is it to get into SUNY Empire State College? SUNY Empire State College is a open admission institution. The SUNY Empire State College acceptance rate is 51%. This means that the institution accepts 50 out of every 100 applicants.

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SUNY Empire State College Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Not available

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to SUNY Empire State College is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

SUNY Empire State College SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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SUNY Empire State College GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

Not available

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

9,462

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

51%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,630

Out-of-State

$17,540

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Unknown
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