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SUNY College at Oneonta

Oneonta, New York

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Overview

Enrollment

5,430
SUNY College at Oneonta overview
Location Oneonta, New York
Online oneonta.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Remote Town
SUNY College at Oneonta overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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SUNY College at Oneonta, located in the small city of Oneonta, New York, is a midsize public institution that offers a blend of liberal arts and sciences programs. Established in 1889, it rests approximately 80 miles southwest of Albany, providing a picturesque upstate setting. The campus features a variety of architectural styles, ensuring a visually diverse environment for its student body. Academic offerings are robust, with particularly well-regarded programs in education, biology, music industry, and environmental science. The college supports residential life with on-campus housing options. SUNY College at Oneonta is known for a moderately selective admissions process. While athletics are a part of campus life, the school does not emphasize an athletics program that gains national attention.

In the most recent statistical year 9,895 prospective students applied, and 7,177 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,116 enrolled in the school.  4,931 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 499 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,070 plus fees of $1,705. SUNY College at Oneonta is ranked 441 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

7/10

Academics

5/10

Resources

7/10

Outcomes

6/10

Value

SUNY College at Oneonta is rated within the top 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

Rankings for SUNY College at Oneonta within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Average
SUNY College at Oneonta overview
SAT 1090/1250
ACT 24/28
GPA 3.45

Applications Accepted

72.5% 
SUNY College at Oneonta overview
Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $50

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Annual Cost to Attend

New York Resident Tuition

$7,070
In State Costs for SUNY College at Oneonta
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,400
Other Fees$1,705
Room and Board $15,070
Budget for Other Expenses$2,300
Total One Year Cost$27,545

Out of State Resident Tuition

$16,980
Out of State Costs for SUNY College at Oneonta
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,400
Other Fees$1,705
Room and Board $15,070
Budget for Other Expenses$2,300
Total One Year Cost$37,455

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$45,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

67% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by SUNY College at Oneonta students
Subject Percent of Class
Education 16%
Visual and Performing Arts 16%
Work and Family Studies 11%
English and Literature 8%
Business 8%

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196185 IPEDS survey data for SUNY College at Oneonta.

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Last updated February 24, 2024