State University of New York Polytechnic Institute

If you are applying to SUNY Polytechnic Institute, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is August 1 and the application fee is $50.

Students who submit their applications to SUNY Polytechnic Institute for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by January 15.

SUNY Polytechnic Institute Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of SUNY Polytechnic Institute's admissions stats.

SUNY Polytechnic Institute 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	22%
Mean SAT Score	1202
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	90%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	16%
Waitlist	No

State University of New York Polytechnic Institute Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for State University of New York Polytechnic Institute.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 15	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	August 15	January 15

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Want to Apply Early to SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

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SUNY Polytechnic Institute does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. SUNY Polytechnic Institute will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepts about 93% of early action applicants and 77% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, SUNY Polytechnic Institute admitted 479 of the 517 who applied early action.

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

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More on State University of New York Polytechnic Institute Admissions

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Is SUNY Polytechnic Institute Challenging To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into SUNY Polytechnic Institute. SUNY Polytechnic Institute has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2021, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 77% of all applicants, approximately 2,075 from 2,686 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like SUNY Polytechnic Institute, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

For applicants who are not residents of New York, getting into State University of New York Polytechnic Institute is moderately difficult.

Transferring to State University of New York Polytechnic Institute

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to SUNY Polytechnic Institute

SUNY Polytechnic Institute has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does SUNY Polytechnic Institute Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at SUNY Polytechnic Institute

What does SUNY Polytechnic Institute 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Interview	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with SUNY Polytechnic Institute for more information on admission factors.

SUNY Polytechnic Institute Application Requirements

To apply to SUNY Polytechnic Institute, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with SUNY Polytechnic Institute'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			√
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	3.0
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

Students admitted to SUNY Polytechnic Institute have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 100% submitted a class rank. At SUNY Polytechnic Institute 22% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 62% were in the top 25% and 90% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At State University of New York Polytechnic Institute, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	20%
3.75 and 3.99	16%
3.50 and 3.74	30%
3.25 and 3.49	16%
3.00 and 3.24	9%
2.50 and 2.9	9%
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to SUNY Polytechnic Institute directly.

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 Polytechnic Institute considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

SUNY Polytechnic Institute has 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.

In 2022, 90% of SUNY Polytechnic Institute's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 16% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

To be competitive with other SUNY Polytechnic Institute applicants, you should strive to earn between 1060 and 1370 (or higher!) on the SAT. At SUNY Polytechnic Institute 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1370 and 25% of scored lower than 1060, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a SUNY Polytechnic Institute student is 1202.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of SUNY Polytechnic Institute students scored 720 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of SUNY Polytechnic Institute students scored 680 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

To be most competitive at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, you should strive to earn between 23 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for SUNY Polytechnic Institute's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for SUNY Polytechnic Institute students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to State University of New York Polytechnic Institute

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to SUNY Polytechnic Institute.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 15. Applicants should hear back by December 15.

Transfer students can enroll in SUNY Polytechnic Institute during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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SUNY Polytechnic Institute Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to SUNY Polytechnic Institute.

Does SUNY Polytechnic Institute accept transfer credits?

✅ SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does SUNY Polytechnic Institute accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

❌ No, SUNY Polytechnic Institute is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to submit your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is SUNY Polytechnic Institute's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for SUNY Polytechnic Institute is 77%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

❌ SUNY Polytechnic Institute does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at SUNY Polytechnic Institute was 93% in 2021.

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