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Public, 4-Year
Cortland, NY

State University of New York at Cortland

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NY. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$8,815

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

50.7%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

68.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$60,236

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

State University of New York at Cortland is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Cortland, NY. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,815, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 68.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$35,260

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$30,236

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$267,100

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$569,460

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at State University of New York at Cortland is $21,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
53.1%
46.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
76.1%
Hispanic
12.3%
Black
4.0%
Unknown
3.1%
Two or more
2.2%
Asian
1.2%
International
0.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$8,815

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$11,272
$30k - $48k$13,846
$48k - $75k$18,050
$75k+$19,602

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$21,500
Pell Grant Recipients26.9%
Using Federal Loans60.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment72.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

80.8%

Success

68.5%

In-State Cost

$8,815

Age 25+ Students

2.3%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

962 students

Living In Cortland

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$800

Monthly Average

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1 Bedroom

$805

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$992

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Cortland metropolitan area.