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70.2%Acceptance
$8,881Tuition
3,789Students
59%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$56,403Earnings
Public4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
70.2%
Average SAT
1,155
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,050–1,260
ACT Composite (avg)
26
Total Enrollment
3,789

Admissions Overview

SUNY Plattsburgh is less selective with a 70% acceptance rate. Most qualified applicants will gain admission, though you still need solid academics. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1050-1260 on the SAT, with an average of 1155. These scores align with the school's role as an accessible public university that serves primarily New York residents. The college seeks students interested in education, international studies, or those drawn to its unique location near the Canadian border. With 95% of students coming from in-state, admissions favors New Yorkers looking for quality programs at an affordable price point in a distinctive setting.