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About State University of New York at Oswego

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State University of New York at Oswego is a public university in Oswego, NY, known for its public masters university, arts and education focus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 83%, SUNY Oswego is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,466 students each year. SUNY Oswego is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1080–1250, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. SUNY Oswego offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,854 per year; the sticker price of $36,619 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

State University of New York at Oswego acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

83%
Overall Accept Rate
1165
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1080 – 1250 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to State University of New York at Oswego

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Application Strategy
Oswego has strong programs in meteorology, broadcasting, and business. Name your intended major specifically in your application and connect it to one of these well-regarded departments to show you have done your homework on what Oswego offers.
Test Score Strategy
Since Oswego is test optional and your score is below their 75th percentile, you are better off withholding it and letting your GPA and activities carry your application.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What State University of New York at Oswego actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$37k/yr$8.7k
30k-48k~$37k/yr$11.7k
48k-75k~$37k/yr$17.4k
75k-110k~$37k/yr$19.1k
110k+~$37k/yr$23.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

60%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$46k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
5,946
Undergrad Enrollment
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