SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY (SU)
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- Syracuse, NY 13244
- OPEID College Code: 00288200
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- General Phone: (315) 443-1870
- Chancellor and President: Nancy Cantor
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 19,638
- College Alias: SU
- College Mascot: Orange
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Syracuse University (SU) is a public research university located in Syracuse, New York. SU offer high-ranking degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels in a comprehensive range of subject areas. Known for its excellent study abroad programs, nearly 40 percent of SU students study in other countries through Syracuse University. Students can customize their Study Abroad experience, and have choices of programs in the Middle East and Florence, Italy, among other locations.
SU is committed to providing "Scholarship in Action," which is part of its mission of a "University as Public Good." The region around Syracuse has a rich tradition of social scholarship, and played a strong role in abolitionism and the women's rights movement. The SU mission includes fulfillment of the following objectives:
- To educate fully informed and committed citizens
- To provide access to opportunity
- To strengthen democratic institutions
- To create innovation that matters, and we share knowledge generously
- To inform and engage public opinion and debate
- To cultivate and sustain public intellectuals
Syracuse University has an excellent faculty and has produced many illustrious alumni who have made their mark in a wide range of fields. Some noteworthy SU Alumni are Stephen Crane (author of The Red Badge of Courage), Dick Clark (host of American Bandstand), Jim Brown (football star, actor, and social activist), Frank Langella (award-winning stage and film actor), Joyce Carol Oates (award-winning novelist), Ted Koppel (award-winning broadcast journalist), Betsey Johnson (fashion designer known for whimsical designs), Lou Reed (rock singer-songwriter for The Velvet Underground), Joseph Biden (vice president of the United States), Bob Costas (host of NBC's "Football Night in America"), and Eileen Collins (first woman astronaut to command a NASA space mission), among many others.
History
Syracuse University was founded in 1870 as a private institution of higher education offering programs in physical sciences and modern languages.
Academics
The academic calendar for Syracuse University follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters. The summer semester is divided into a short "Maymester," Session I, Combined Session and Session II.
Colleges and Schools
- School of Architecture
- The College of Arts and Sciences
- School of Education
- L.C. Smith College of Engineering and Computer Science
- Graduate School
- David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics
- School of Information Studies
- College of Law
- The Martin J. Whitman School of Management
- Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs
- S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
- College of Visual and Performing Arts
- University College
- Summer at Syracuse
The academic and research centers at Syracuse University include:
- Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture
- Burton Blatt Institute
- Center for Health and Behavior
- Center for Natural Language Processing
- Center for Policy Research
- Falcone Center for Entrepreneurship
- Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism
- Institute for the Study of the Judiciary, Politics and the Media
- Daniel P. Moynihan Global Affairs Institute
- Center for Advanced Systems and Engineering (CASE)
- NYS Science and Technology Law Center
- Syracuse Biomaterials Institute
- Syracuse Center of Excellence in Environmental and Energy Systems
- Sustainable Community Solutions
- Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC)
Student Life
There are more than 300 registered student groups and organizations at Syracuse University, including an active Greek Life on campus, intramural sports and plenty of student events and activities. Student services include fitness facilities, on campus housing and dining, student health services, veteran and military services, advising, counseling, a resource center, and more.
Traditions
The traditional school colors for Syracuse University are orange and white, with royal blue as an accent color. The school mascot is "Otto the Orange," who makes more than 100 appearances every year at SU games or public events. The athletic teams are nicknamed the Syracuse "Orange."
Athletics
The Syracuse "Orange" athletic teams compete in many intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Football
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Track and Field
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Field Hockey
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
Syracuse University's main campus is located in Syracuse, New York. In addition to its main campus, Syracuse has many Study Abroad programs around the world, including Florence, Italy, and satellite locations or programs in:
- Washington, D.C.
- Manhattan (NY, NY)
- SU West Coast (Semester in LA)
- SU Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Community Life
Syracuse University is located at the top of a hill overlooking the City of Syracuse. Downtown Syracuse and Armory Center are a short walk, drive, or bus ride from campus. Syracuse is a vibrant city offering cultural, recreational, and artistic events.
As a Syracuse student, you can enjoy the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra, the nationally known Everson Museum of Art, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo, sports events, the Carousel Center mall, and festivals like "JazzFest" and "Winterfest."
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Website
- syr.edu
- Mission Statement
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- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Research Universities (High Research Activity)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Comprehensive Doctoral (No Medical/Veterinary)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
- Size Classification Large Four-Year, Highly Residential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: syr.edu
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $70.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $75.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 9,476 | 11,475 | 20,951 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 5,409 (57%) | 7,187 (63%) | 12,596 (60%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 1,380 (26%) | 1,881 (26%) | 3,261 (26%) |
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 2,874 | 88% |
| ACT ® Exam | 1,147 | 37% |
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 510 | 620 |
| SAT ® Math | 540 | 650 |
| SAT ® Writing | 520 | 630 |
| ACT ® Composite | 23 | 28 |
| ACT ® English | 23 | 28 |
| ACT ® Math | 23 | 29 |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 79%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 55% | 21% | 25% | 73% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,100 | $5,683 | $3,018 | $19,880 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 2.4% | 2.1% | 1.6% |
| Number in Default | 64 | 58 | 70 |
| Number in Repayment | 2,575 | 2,727 | 4,296 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $34,926 | $33,440 | $31,686 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $34,926 | $33,440 | $31,686 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $34,926 | $33,440 | $31,686 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,306 | $1,268 | $1,230 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $12,374 | $11,656 | $10,940 |
| Other Expenses | $1,492 | $1,456 | $1,424 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $50,098 | $47,820 | $45,280 |
| In-State | $50,098 | $47,820 | $45,280 |
| Out of State | $50,098 | $47,820 | $45,280 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $36,232 | $34,708 | $32,916 |
| In-State | $36,232 | $34,708 | $32,916 |
| Out of State | $36,232 | $34,708 | $32,916 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $36,232 | $34,708 | $32,916 |
| In-State | $36,232 | $34,708 | $32,916 |
| Out of State | $36,232 | $34,708 | $32,916 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 19,638 Undergraduate: 13,736 Graduate: 5,902
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 8,782 Female: 10,856
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 5,952 Female: 7,784
- Graduate Gender Male: 2,830 Female: 3,072
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 17,074 Part-Time: 2,564
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 13,040 Part-Time: 696
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,034 Part-Time: 1,868
| Number | Percent | |
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| Non-Resident Alien | 2,233 | 11% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 2,344 | 12% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 356 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 5,939 | 30% |
| Ages 20-21 | 6,016 | 31% |
| Ages 22-24 | 2,871 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,917 | 10% |
| Ages 30-34 | 918 | 5% |
| Ages 35-39 | 508 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 735 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 349 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 18 | 0.09% |
| Age Unknown | 11 | 0.06% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 5,173 | 4,263 | 910 |
| Faculty Status | 1,563 | 1,025 | 538 |
| Tenured Faculty | 652 | 633 | 19 |
| Graduate Assistants | 1,240 | - | 1,240 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,571 | 1,016 | 555 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,500 | 955 | 545 |
| Primarily Research | 70 | 61 | 9 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 755 | 711 | 44 |
| Other Professionals | 942 | 858 | 84 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1,905 | 1,678 | 227 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 774 | 656 | 118 |
| Skilled Crafts | 141 | 141 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 706 | 636 | 70 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $88,279 (939) | $93,574 (590) | $79,327 (349) |
| Professor | $113,630 (321) | $114,824 (245) | $109,782 (76) |
| Associate Professor | $82,062 (300) | $84,603 (180) | $78,250 (120) |
| Assistant Professor | $69,113 (279) | $70,790 (148) | $67,218 (131) |
| Instructor | $47,293 (23) | $60,721 (8) | $40,132 (15) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $98,292 (16) | $102,794 (11) | $88,388 (5) |
| Professor | $163,793 (3) | $182,189 (2) | $127,000 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $91,501 (4) | $91,501 (4) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $83,169 (4) | $79,938 (2) | $86,400 (2) |
| Instructor | $72,800 (1) | $72,800 (1) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $88,147 (955) | $93,401 (601) | $79,228 (354) |
| Professor | $113,819 (324) | $115,101 (247) | $109,706 (77) |
| Associate Professor | $81,967 (304) | $84,391 (184) | $78,250 (120) |
| Assistant Professor | $69,098 (283) | $70,718 (150) | $67,270 (133) |
| Instructor | $47,805 (24) | $60,593 (9) | $40,132 (15) |
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $13,708,834 | $6,756,305 | $6,952,529 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 49% | 51% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 788 | 415 | 373 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 621 | 325 | 296 |
| Basketball | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| All Track Combined | 275 | 147 | 128 |
| Field Hockey | 23 | - | 23 |
| Football | 96 | 96 | - |
| Ice Hockey | 24 | - | 24 |
| Lacrosse | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Rowing | 116 | 52 | 64 |
| Soccer | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Softball | 18 | - | 18 |
| Swimming and Diving | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Tennis | 13 | - | 13 |
| Volleyball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $271,060 | $146,307 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $113,587 | $53,854 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| All Track Combined | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Field Hockey | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
| Football | 12 | 12 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 11 | 11 | - |
| Ice Hockey | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Lacrosse | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Rowing | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Soccer | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Softball | 5 | - | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | - | 4 |
| Swimming and Diving | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Tennis | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 91%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 58%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 83% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 82% |
| Female | 85% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 62% |
| American Indian | 33% |
| Black | 78% |
| Asian | 81% |
| Hispanic | 75% |
| White | 86% |
| Unknown | 81% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 73% |
| 5 Years | 82% |
| 6 Years | 83% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
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| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | - | 4 |
| Liquor Related | - | 1 |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 1 | 4 |
| Liquor Related | - | 4 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 15 | 15 |
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 38 | 37 |
| Arson | 1 | 2 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 15 | 15 |
| Robbery | 1 | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 2 |
| Burglary | 55 | 77 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 2 |
| Arson | 1 | 2 |
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