State University of New York Empire State College

State University of New York Empire State College is a public, state school in a small town setting in Saratoga Springs, New York. SUNY Empire State College was founded in 1971 and now enrolls around 10,724 students a year, including 9,145 undergrads.

There are many ways for students to get involved at SUNY Empire State College! Love music or performing?

Interested in journalism or communications? SUNY Empire State College students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

There are no fraternities or sororities at SUNY Empire State College, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? SUNY Empire State College has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at SUNY Empire State College on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at SUNY Empire State College on the Student Life page.

2021 SUNY Empire State College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Other
Overall Acceptance Rate	59%
In-State Tuition	$7,070
Out-of-State	$16,980
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$0

Is SUNY Empire State College a Good School?

Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how selective a school is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. There are a few statistics that can give you a good idea of how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its students.

Let's take a closer look at all of these areas to get a clearer sense of what SUNY Empire State College offers and if it sounds like the right college for you.

SUNY Empire State College Acceptance Rate 2021

It is not competitive to get into SUNY Empire State College. Around 59% of applicants get into SUNY Empire State College each year. Out of 471 applications received in 2021, 279 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at SUNY Empire State College

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook SUNY Empire State College Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

SUNY Empire State College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. As of 2021, the total market value of the school endowment was $21 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, SUNY Empire State College spends about $9,434 a year.

Tuition and Financial Aid at SUNY Empire State College

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at SUNY Empire State College. Based on this information, how does SUNY Empire State College sound? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is SUNY Empire State College a good school for you?

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Where is State University of New York Empire State College Located?

SUNY Empire State College is located in the small town setting of Saratoga Springs, New York.

If you want to see SUNY Empire State College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 87 to Saratoga Springs, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Albany International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what SUNY Empire State College and Saratoga Springs are like without leaving home.

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