Overview
Originally founded as the Cortland Normal School, SUNY Cortland is a 4-year public university in central New York State and part of the State University of New York system. SUNY Cortland offers bachelor’s degrees in 65 academic majors and 38 minors. As part of the university’s sustainability initiative, Cortland was the first campus in the SUNY system to run entirely on renewable energy and the university is home to a LEED Platinum residence hall. For sports fans, SUNY Cortland fields 23 men’s and women’s athletic teams known as the Red Dragons.
Acceptance Rate:
60%
Average Net Price:
$17,743
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
24
Average SAT Composite
1162
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $8,815 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $18,725 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $15,210 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
65%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
28%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,369
28%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,967
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$2,107
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
46%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4270
62%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,967
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$13,788,315
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$5,760,010
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
67%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,637
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$17,750
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$205
Students receiving federal loans
66%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,160
Average Other Loans Per Year
$13,067
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
11711
Students Applied
55%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
481
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15 | May 1 |
| Fall Regular Decision | December 1 | May 1 |
| Spring Regular Decision | November 15 |
Application Fee
$50
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Average ACT Composite: 24
Average SAT Composite: 1162
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.5
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
6,690
Total Number of Undergrads
5,993
0
100
52%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
67%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
69
Faculty Overview
0
100
45%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
19
Countries Represented
18
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
27%
Student Organizations
84
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
51%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Red Dragons
School Colors
red and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Empire Eight
Total Male Athletes
459
Total Female Athletes
320
Intramural Sports
27
Sports Club
3
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
State University of New York at Cortland Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$49,200
Top 5 Cities
New York
Syracuse
Binghamton
Albany
Rochester
Top 5 Employers
SUNY Cortland
NYC Department of Education
Cornell University
Syracuse University
Binghamton University
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Community and Social Services
Sales
Operations
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$17,750
Loan Default Rate
2%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$205
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI wanted to attend a school that has a strong education program. I did my research, applied to SUNY Cortland and was accepted. This is my first semester and I thoroughly enjoy being at SUNY Cortland with the Red Dragons.
Zhane from Springfield Gardens, NY
SUNY Cortland is an incredible smaller, tight-knit college where students are not just a number. Every student can actively participate on campus, if they so choose, and have a chance at making a name for themselves. Cortland's professors are deeply invested in their students, and our athletics are top-notch.
Marley from Riverside, CA
SUNY Cortland is great fit for any person who is interested in going to college. On a scale of 1 to 10 on my overall happiness at Cortland it would be a 9.5. Cortland offers many opportunities to help their students succeeded.
Kayla
SUNY Cortland is the most vibrant and friendly school you could ever think of. The school strives for diversity and has many opportunities to offer each and every student.
Saki from Springfield Gardens, NY
The atmosphere is very beautiful.
Everyone is extremely diverse and friendly.
The courses are challenging yet interesting.
Everyone is extremely diverse and friendly.
The courses are challenging yet interesting.
Saki from Laurelton, NY
There is a big sports presence on campus. There is a lot of educational opportunities through the departments as well as studying abroad. It is a big enough school where you do not know everyone, but where you will pass people you know on campus often.
Laura from Brooklyn, NY
Cortland is very diverse. I see people of many races attending the school. Everyone here is so polite and very excited to be here.
Whitney from Cortland, NY
My education thus far at SUNY Cortland has been both challenging and rewarding. I am currently majoring in International Relations, and I really enjoy the majority of my classes.
Kaytlin from Wildwood, NJ
I learn so much at Cortland. The professors are great and most of the classes in your major are small, giving you great opportunities for help from the professor. I've learned a lot so far, there are a lot of opportunities to research with professors and all the classes are interesting.
Crystal
Although the General Education classes seem likethey are useless, they give you a chance to explore different areas. There are a bunch of interesting classes and endless possibilities of classes in the different majors.
Beth from Webster, NY
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