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About Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

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Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is a private liberal arts college in Paul Smiths, NY, known for its adirondack wilderness setting, small class sizes, and open admissions. With an acceptance rate of 85%, Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 195 students each year. Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $25,144 per year; the sticker price of $49,795 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

85%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

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Extracurriculars
Paul Smith's College has a strong identity around forestry, sustainability, and outdoor recreation, so highlight any hands-on experience you have with environmental work, hunting, fishing, farming, trail maintenance, or wilderness activities. These experiences directly connect to what the college values in its student body.
Application Strategy
Name the specific program you are applying to, whether that is Fisheries and Wildlife Science, Forestry, Culinary Arts, or another field, and explain in your application materials why that hands-on, field-based curriculum fits your goals. Paul Smith's prides itself on experiential learning and admissions readers want to see you understand that.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$50k/yr$16.7k
30k-48k~$50k/yr$17.9k
48k-75k~$50k/yr$23.3k
75k-110k~$50k/yr$29.3k
110k+~$50k/yr$32.0k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

53%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$38k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
687
Undergrad Enrollment
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