Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Old Westbury, New York |
| Online | oldwestbury.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
SUNY College at Old Westbury is a public institution founded in 1965, nestled on a 604-acre suburban campus in Old Westbury, New York, within close proximity to New York City. The college offers a diverse array of undergraduate and graduate programs with an emphasis on the liberal arts and sciences, known for majors in Business Administration, Psychology, and Media and Communications. Its academic environment blends a high value on education for citizenship with preparation for direct entry into the workforce. The college's application process is moderately selective and provides both on-campus housing and suite-style living options to accommodate its student body. While SUNY Old Westbury does have athletic teams known as the Panthers, it is not specifically renowned for its athletic programs. The campus architecture is characterized by modernist buildings set in a spacious, wooded landscape, contributing to a distinctive academic setting for its diverse and mostly full-time undergraduate population.
In the most recent statistical year 3,825 prospective students applied, and 3,523 were granted admission. Of those admitted 611 enrolled in the school. 3,465 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 805 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,070 plus fees of $1,298. SUNY College at Old Westbury is ranked 749 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
SUNY College at Old Westbury is rated within the lower 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for SUNY College at Old Westbury within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#749 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#267 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#81 in Best Colleges in New York
#28 in Best Public Colleges in New York
#210 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1206 |
| GPA | 3.1 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New York Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,500 |
| Other Fees | $1,298 |
| Room and Board | $11,530 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,960 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,358 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,500 |
| Other Fees | $1,298 |
| Room and Board | $11,530 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,960 |
| Total One Year Cost | $34,268 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Social Sciences | 17% |
| Education | 16% |
| Psychology | 13% |
| Communication | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024