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About SUNY at Purchase College
SUNY at Purchase College is a public liberal arts college in Purchase, NY, known for its public arts college, arts and design focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 75%, SUNY at Purchase College is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 687 students each year. SUNY at Purchase College is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1190–1350, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. SUNY at Purchase College offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,423 per year; the sticker price of $37,931 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
Admissions
SUNY at Purchase College acceptance rate and admitted student profile
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Financial Aid & Cost
What SUNY at Purchase College actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Est. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$38k/yr | $11.8k |
| 30k-48k | ~$38k/yr | $15.2k |
| 48k-75k | ~$38k/yr | $19.7k |
| 75k-110k | ~$38k/yr | $20.9k |
| 110k+ | ~$38k/yr | $25.4k |
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Outcomes & Campus