Overview
Enrollment
Located in Utica, New York, approximately 50 miles east of Syracuse, Utica College is a private institution established in 1946 through a partnership with Syracuse University. The 128-acre suburban campus features a blend of modern and traditional brick buildings, centered around a primary academic quad. Utica College operates as a moderately selective institution, offering undergraduate and graduate programs with particular strengths in health sciences, cybersecurity, and criminal justice. Students can choose from various residential options, including traditional dormitories and suite-style housing, while the college competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Pioneers, participating in the Empire 8 Athletic Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Utica College is rated within the lower 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Utica College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#695 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#458 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#83 in Best Colleges in New York
#56 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#219 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1210 |
| GPA | 3.3 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $870 |
| Other Fees | $1,100 |
| Room and Board | $13,080 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,933 |
| Total One Year Cost | $40,191 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 26% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 21% |
| Business | 10% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Education | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=197045 IPEDS survey data for Utica College.
Current students may use the Utica College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025