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Public, 4-Year
Plattsburgh, NY

State University of New York at Plattsburgh

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

Annual Tuition

$8,881

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

75.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

61.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$56,403

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

State University of New York at Plattsburgh is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Plattsburgh, NY. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,881, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 61.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing560 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800
Math540 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800
Transfer-Out Rate27.6%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$35,524

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$26,403

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$228,506

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$492,536

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 Plattsburgh is $21,196.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
59.5%
40.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
63.9%
Hispanic
13.6%
Black
11.3%
International
3.5%
Two or more
2.7%
Asian
2.6%
Unknown
1.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

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

$8,881

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$10,585
$30k - $48k$13,591
$48k - $75k$16,685
$75k+$17,575

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$21,196
Pell Grant Recipients38.5%
Using Federal Loans57.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment63.5%

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

71.2%

Success

61.7%

In-State Cost

$8,881

Age 25+ Students

13.3%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

823 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Plattsburgh (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Plattsburgh (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.