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About SUNY College at Potsdam

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SUNY College at Potsdam is a public university in Potsdam, NY, known for its arts and education focus, small class sizes, and public liberal arts. With an acceptance rate of 83%, SUNY College at Potsdam is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 444 students each year. SUNY College at Potsdam is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. SUNY College at Potsdam offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,397 per year; the sticker price of $35,312 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

SUNY College at Potsdam acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

83%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to SUNY College at Potsdam

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Application Strategy
If you have any interest in music, mention it in your application. The Crane School of Music is one of the most recognized music programs in New York and Potsdam takes real pride in it, so even casual involvement in band, choir, or music production gives your app a natural hook.
Test Score Strategy
Potsdam is test optional, so if your score falls below the middle range of admitted students, leave it off your application and let your GPA and coursework carry the weight instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What SUNY College at Potsdam actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$35k/yr$8.6k
30k-48k~$35k/yr$8.7k
48k-75k~$35k/yr$14.5k
75k-110k~$35k/yr$15.5k
110k+~$35k/yr$20.0k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

48%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$39k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,359
Undergrad Enrollment
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