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Public, 4-Year
Oswego, NY

State University of New York at Oswego

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

Annual Tuition

$8,769

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

80.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

62.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$57,566

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

State University of New York at Oswego is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Oswego, NY. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,769, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 62.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing530 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800
Math530 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite23 – 27
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

80.4%

Transfer-Out Rate28.7%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$35,076

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$27,566

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$240,584

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$516,244

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 Oswego is $20,880.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
51.7%
48.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
65.1%
Hispanic
14.0%
Black
10.8%
Two or more
3.6%
International
3.1%
Asian
2.8%
Unknown
0.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
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

$8,769

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$10,677
$30k - $48k$14,114
$48k - $75k$18,084
$75k+$18,588

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$20,880
Pell Grant Recipients38.7%
Using Federal Loans53.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment68.2%

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

70.3%

Success

62.2%

In-State Cost

$8,769

Age 25+ Students

7.6%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

1,240 students

Local City Insights

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