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SUNY at Purchase College

Purchase, New York Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3554
Nationally
#254
In New York
73%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$7,070
In-State Tuition
per year
62%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
3,165
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
44/100
Average
#3554 nationally
#254 in New York
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes62
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity13
πŸ“šAcademic Environment22
πŸ”¬Program Breadth65

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

SUNY at Purchase College is a public four-year university located in Purchase, New York. With 3,165 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 73%, 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 62%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate73%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
7,221
Applied
5,259
Admitted
777
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading600 – 700
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math578 – 663
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)27 – 32
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$7,070/yr
In-State Fees$1,883/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$16,980/yr
Room & Board$16,640/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$25,593/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$35,503/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$7,070↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate62%Near 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
3,165
Total Undergrads
59% F / 41% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 51%
Hispanic 25%
Black 12%
Asian 4%
Two or more 6%
International 2%
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 ($16,640/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
LocationPurchase, New York
SettingSuburb: Large
Size1,000–4,999
State Ranking
#254
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#3554
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.