CC BY-SA 3.0
Edited
Overview
The State University of New York at New Paltz is 4-year public liberal arts institution in the Hudson Valley region of New York State and the area’s only residential public university. SUNY New Paltz is home to seven degree-granting colleges and schools as well as an honors program. For students who wish to learn in another culture, SUNY New Paltz features a study abroad program that provides an opportunity to travel to countries such as Egypt, Taiwan, and Cuba. In addition to classroom facilities, the SUNY New Paltz campus is home to the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art featuring student thesis exhibitions alongside work from professional artists.
Acceptance Rate:
58%
Average Net Price:
$17,171
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.6
Average ACT Composite
24
Average SAT Composite
1192
Virtual Tour
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. | $8,524 |
| 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. | $18,434 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $15,896 |
| Books and Supplies | $1240 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
57%
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.
34%
Average Aid Per Year
$7,749
34%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$3,493
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$2,330
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.
60%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,619
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.
$15,000
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.
$177
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
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 | April 1 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | December 1 | |
| Other | January 15 |
Admitted Student Stats
6%
Submitting ACT
17%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 24
Average SAT Composite: 1192
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Total Number of Students
6,964
Total Number of Undergrads
6,090
0
100
61%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
76%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
16:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
78
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
46%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Hawks
School Colors
royal blue and orange
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$48,700
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThis is my first semester at New Paltz and I do feel like I am learning a lot. It's a liberal arts college, so there is a great variety of choices of classes to suit you. My professors are all very intelligent and have great styles of teaching, so it's not just sitting in a lecture an hour every day. For my art class we actually take field trips to local museums. There is a lot of hand on work, not just listening to a lecture, which, in my opinion, makes for a better learning experience.
Brianna from Wappingers Falls, NY
Since New Paltz is a small town, I’ve always felt pretty safe. The university police are always around and there is a blue light in sight pretty much anywhere you stand on campus. New Paltz attracts the kind of people who are passionate about their future so I’ve never felt uncomfortable with anyone there.
Lilly - Alexander, NY
SUNY New Paltz is the perfect environment for those who love the idea of being away from home, but close enough to give your family a visit. It is such a beautiful campus with astonishing views every time the season changes. Almost everyone you meet here is very generous and would go out of their way to help you out with whatever you need.
Emmitt from Bronx, NY
I have learned a lot from this school. In high school I did not study much and got good grades. In college I have had to change my routine. Now I have to study.
Marae from Bronx, NY
wonderful school! there curriculum for first time students gives students a jump start to what awaits them for the next four years. the campus is very serene and beautiful as well. the dorms are neat, proper, and the overall life at new paltz is awesome.
kayla from bronx, ny
SUNY New Paltz has a very friendly learning community environment. Learning is centered around students and their needs. The academic programs reflect the realities of the workplace while encouraging critical thinking and professional mastery.
Luis from Newburgh, NY
A relaxed and comfortable atmosphere but the parties are there if you want them. There are challenging courses with great professors, but also easy-get-by ones, SCHEDULE ACCORDINGLY!! A green, pretty campus that is not too big but not too small.
Kellie from Cutchogue, NY
I love the professors I have gotten, I believe that I have learned a lot in my first semester here.
Shannon from Baldwin, NY
