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Purchase, New York

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Your chances of getting into SUNY at Purchase College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

74.7%
Admission Difficulty for SUNY at Purchase College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Purchase College is 74.7%.  Its admission rate is the 87th lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Purchase College and can you get accepted?

Purchase College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 4,292 out of the 5,747 who applied were admitted.

SUNY at Purchase College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.37. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Purchase College?

75% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to SUNY at Purchase College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.37 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1270 on the SAT
  • Score 30 on the ACT

Purchase College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.37

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into SUNY at Purchase College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Purchase College are to have around a 3.37 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Purchase College accepts 75% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Purchase College is 3.37 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #68 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Purchase College is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted SUNY at Purchase College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 12.8% Good
3.75 to 3.99 11.8% Good
3.50 to 3.74 17.9% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 16.7% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 15.8% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 20.2% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 4.2% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.6% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Purchase College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to SUNY at Purchase College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 11% of students submitted SAT scores and 2% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1190-1350

Applicants Submitting SAT 

11%
SAT Scores for SUNY at Purchase College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 620
Math 25th Percentile 570
Composite 25th Percentile 1190
SAT Scores for SUNY at Purchase College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 700
Math 75th Percentile 650
Composite 75th Percentile 1350
Average SAT Score 1270

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to SUNY at Purchase College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Purchase College is 1270 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1190-1350. Students who get into SUNY at Purchase College score in the top 26 percent of all SAT test takers..  Purchase College ranks #34 in the state of New York and #230 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1270 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Purchase College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1190 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1190, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1110, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

SUNY at Purchase College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1270 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1270, you have around a 75% chance of being admitted. A 1350 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 85% chance of getting in.

SUNY at Purchase College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1350 and Above Good >85%
1270 to 1350 Avg + 75%-85%
1190 to 1270 Avg - 61%-75%
1110 to 1190 Reach 45%-61%
Less than 1110 Low <45%
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Purchase College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

29-31 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

2%
ACT Scores for SUNY at Purchase College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 33
Math 25th Percentile 26
Composite 25th Percentile 29
ACT Scores for SUNY at Purchase College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 35
Math 75th Percentile 27
Composite 75th Percentile 31
Average ACT Score 30

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Purchase College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Purchase College is 30, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 29 and 31.  The school ranks #23 in New York and #136 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 30. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 29 and score in the score in the top 9 percent nationally.

2 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to SUNY at Purchase College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as SUNY at Purchase College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Purchase College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 30 score has around 75% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 85% with a 31 ACT score.

SUNY at Purchase College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
31 and Above Good >85%
30 to 31 Avg + 75%-85%
29 to 30 Avg - 61%-75%
28 to 29 Reach 45%-61%
Less than 28 Low <45%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

SUNY at Purchase College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,651 2,096 5,747
Accepted 2,811 1,481 4,292
Acceptance Rate 77% 71% 75%
Enrolled 411 276 687
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 15% 19% 16%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jul 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

222

Applicants have 222 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jul 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to SUNY at Purchase College is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to SUNY at Purchase College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

SUNY at Purchase College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Required to be considered for admission

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at SUNY at Purchase College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Purchase College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.37 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1270 on the SAT and 30 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to SUNY at Purchase College often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196219 IPEDS survey data for SUNY at Purchase College.

Last updated February 24, 2024