Overview
SUNY College at Potsdam is a accessible public four-year institution in Potsdam, New York. The school accepts 82.7% of applicants and enrolls 1,951 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 82.7%
- Total Enrollment
- 1,951
Admission Guide
Submit your application through the SUNY Application portal by the January 15 deadline for fall admission. You'll need your high school transcript, one letter of recommendation, and a personal statement. The application fee is $50, though fee waivers are available for eligible students.
The Crane School of Music operates as a separate, highly competitive program within Potsdam. Music majors must audition and meet additional requirements beyond general admission standards. Education programs also require additional steps including background checks and field experience applications before you can begin student teaching.
Housing fills up quickly despite the school's size. Submit your housing application and deposit as soon as you're accepted to secure your preferred residence hall. First-year students are required to live on campus unless they live within commuting distance.
Potsdam sits just minutes from the Canadian border in a small college town where the university dominates the local economy. Winters are long and snowy, so pack accordingly. The campus operates its own power plant and maintains extensive outdoor recreation facilities including trails and a climbing wall.
Computer science graduates earn significantly more than other majors at Potsdam, making it worth considering if you're interested in technology. The program has updated its curriculum to include cybersecurity and data analytics components.
Register for orientation as soon as you submit your enrollment deposit. Summer orientation sessions fill up, and attending helps you register for classes before spots become limited. Transfer students have separate orientation dates typically scheduled closer to the start of the semester.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $14,295/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $8,712
- Tuition (out-of-state)
- $18,622
- Students Receiving Aid
- 43%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 47.9%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $47,866/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 77.9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the application deadline for SUNY College at Potsdam?
SUNY Potsdam uses rolling admissions for fall semester applications. Students can apply through the SUNY application portal starting in August for the following fall.
Does SUNY College at Potsdam require SAT or ACT scores?
SUNY Potsdam is test-optional, meaning SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission. Students can choose to submit test scores if they feel the scores strengthen their application.
What GPA do you need to get into SUNY College at Potsdam?
SUNY Potsdam does not publish a minimum GPA requirement. The school reviews applications using multiple factors including academic performance, extracurricular activities, and personal statements.
Does SUNY College at Potsdam offer early decision or early action?
SUNY Potsdam does not offer early decision or early action programs. All applications are processed through the standard rolling admissions timeline.