Acceptance rate
78.4%
SUNY College at Plattsburgh
Admission Chances & Acceptance Rate
This public university in Plattsburgh, NY enrolls about 4,500 students and has a 78% acceptance rate. Standardized test scores of admitted students typically range from 1080–1250 on the SAT. Business and marketing degrees make up 27% of degrees awarded. The 59% six-year graduation rate and 73% first-year retention rate are below national averages for four-year institutions.
Enrollment
4,474
Test policy
optional
Grad rate (6-yr)
59%
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The middle 50% of admitted students (25th–75th percentile), self-reported by the school.
SAT (combined)
1080 – 1250
ACT (composite)
22 – 28
GPA
Not published
$ What You'll Actually Pay
Average yearly net price after grants & scholarships, by family income (federal cohort averages — not a personal quote).
$0–30k
$9,400
family income
$30–48k
$12,121
family income
$48–75k
$17,076
family income
$75–110k
$17,655
family income
$110k+
$24,611
family income
41% receive Pell grants
57% take federal loans
✦ Strongest Programs
The fields SUNY College at Plattsburgh graduates the most students in — a signal of depth, faculty, and alumni networks.
Business & Marketing
26.6%
Health Professions
12.8%
Communications
7.6%
Psychology
7.4%
Education
7.0%
↗ Outcomes
School-level averages across all students who enrolled (College Scorecard). Not a personal forecast.
Earnings (10 yr)
$56,403
Earnings (6 yr)
$48,089
Completion
59%
Retention
73%
Median debt
$21,196
? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at SUNY College at Plattsburgh?
SUNY College at Plattsburgh has an acceptance rate of 78.4%, making it relatively accessible.
What SAT score do you need for SUNY College at Plattsburgh?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 1080 and 1250 on the SAT. The ACT range is 22–28.
How much does SUNY College at Plattsburgh actually cost?
After grants and scholarships, the average net price for the lowest income band is $9,400 per year, rising to $24,611 for families earning $110k+. These are federal cohort averages, not a personal quote.
What are my chances of getting into SUNY College at Plattsburgh?
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