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Colleges / State University of New York Empire State College

State University of New York Empire State College

Saratoga Springs, NY 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate51%
Acceptance Rate51%

SUNY Empire State College Admissions

If you want to apply to SUNY Empire State College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

SUNY Empire State College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of SUNY Empire State College's admissions stats.

SUNY Empire State College 2022 Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are not considered
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 SUNY Empire State College?


SUNY Empire State College does not offer early decision or early action.

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


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Transferring to State University of New York Empire State College

Transfer student admissions is not competitive.

For Students Waitlisted to SUNY Empire State College

SUNY Empire State College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does SUNY 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 given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at SUNY Empire State College

What does SUNY Empire State College consider 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 SUNY Empire State College for more information on admission factors.

SUNY Empire State College Application Requirements

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

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

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into SUNY Empire State College?

SUNY 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

SUNY Empire State College does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

SUNY 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 SUNY Empire State College. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in SUNY Empire State College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


SUNY Empire State College Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to SUNY Empire State College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to SUNY Empire State College.

Does SUNY Empire State College accept transfer credits?

✅ SUNY Empire State College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. SUNY Empire State College accepts:

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

Does SUNY Empire State College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ SUNY Empire State College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to SUNY Empire State College?

✅ SUNY Empire State College is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is SUNY Empire State College's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for SUNY Empire State College is 51%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at SUNY Empire State College?

❌ SUNY Empire State College does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About SUNY Empire State College?

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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 ACT Scores

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ACT Range

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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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