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State University of New York at New Paltz

New Paltz, New York Β· Town: FringeOfficial Website β†—

#2279
Nationally
#168
In New York
59%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$7,070
In-State Tuition
per year
69%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
6,504
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
50/100
Good
#2279 nationally
#168 in New York
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes69
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity30
πŸ“šAcademic Environment21
πŸ”¬Program Breadth72

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

State University of New York at New Paltz is a public four-year university located in New Paltz, New York. With 6,504 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 59%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $7,070 per year ($16,980 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 69%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate59%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
16,249
Applied
9,538
Admitted
1,119
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading600 – 680
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math570 – 660
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)24 – 29
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$7,070/yr
In-State Fees$1,454/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$16,980/yr
Room & Board$17,136/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$25,660/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$35,570/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$7,070↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate69%↑ Above avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
6,504
Total Undergrads
63% F / 37% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 59%
Hispanic 23%
Black 7%
Asian 5%
Two or more 3%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($7,070/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Room and board costs ($17,136/yr) add significantly to the total cost of attendance
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationNew Paltz, New York
SettingTown: Fringe
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#168
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#2279
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.