
SUNY College at New Paltz, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in New Paltz, NY, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. SUNY College at New Paltz has an annual student enrollment of approximately seven thousand.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs SUNY College at New Paltz offers:
- Education
- English Language And Literature
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1550 to 1820 on the SAT and between 23 to 27 on the ACT is common among students accepted to SUNY New Paltz. This school has an admissions rate of 37 percent of which only 19 percent decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found at newpaltz.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $7,100 and out-of-state residents pay $17,000 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $7,100. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
Athletic programs are available at SUNY College at New Paltz through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
- Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)
Contact information, academics information, programs, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.newpaltz.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants SUNY College at New Paltz accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at SUNY College at New Paltz is about 7,800, where graduate students make up roughly 14% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $13,800. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $50 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State Tuition: $6,500-$7,800
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $16,000-$19,580
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $270-$320 per unit
- Out-of-State: $680-$820 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 91% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 58% | $7,858 |
Receiving Student Loans | 59% | $6,077 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, SUNY College at New Paltz may offer services to students like:- Online course work available
- Counseling assistance
- Child care
Graduation Rates
With a graduation rate of around 70%, SUNY College at New Paltz is among the most successful schools in the area.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 51% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 18% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 2% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
SUNY College at New Paltz is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III (without football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (State University of New York Ath Conf)
- Basketball (State University of New York Ath Conf)
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by SUNY College at New Paltz by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (B, M)
- Commerce (B)
- Finance (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- International Business (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
- Multimedia (B)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (B, M)
Education
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (M)
- Elementary and Middle School Administration (C, M)
- Elementary Special Education Programs (M)
- ESL (M)
- Secondary School Special Education Programs (M)
- Art Teacher Education (B, M)
- Multicultural Education (M)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (B, M)
- Social Studies Teacher Education (B, M)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (B, M)
- Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs (M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Biology Teacher Education (B, M)
- Science Teacher (B, M)
- Spanish Language Teacher Education (B, M)
- Superintendency and Educational System Administration (C)
- Chemistry Teacher Education (M)
- Physics Teacher Education
- French Language Teacher Education
Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (B, M)
- Computer Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Asian Studies (B)
- African-American Black Studies (B)
- Women's Studies (B)
- Latin American and Caribbean Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Communication Disorders (B, M)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
- Music Therapy (M)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Economics (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Geography (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Visual and Performing Arts (B)
- Graphic Design (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
- Art History (B)
- Painting (B, M)
- Photography (B)
- Printmaking (B, M)
- Ceramic Arts (B, M)
- Jewelry Design (B, M)
- Sculpture (B, M)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to SUNY College at New Paltz.
- Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, CT (41 miles away)
- Ramapo College of New Jersey in Mahwah, NJ (45 miles away)
- SUNY at Purchase College in Purchase, NY (52 miles away)
- William Paterson University of New Jersey in Wayne, NJ (54 miles away)
- CUNY Lehman College in Bronx, NY (60 miles away)
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