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SUNY College at Oneonta
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Information Summary
Ranks 480th overall and 55th in New York
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
83.9 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$17,041 |
| Admission
Success rate |
43% |
| ACT / SAT
75 %ile scores |
25 / 1160 |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
25 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
82% / N/A |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
5,786 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Oneonta, NY 13820-4015
| Surrounding community | Distant town (between 10 to 35 mi. away from an urban cluster) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,058 (15,609 urban / 5,449 rural) |
| Households | 7,377 (2.26 people per house) |
| Families | 3,990 (2.85 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 944 |
| Pop. — Asian | 296 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 27 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 122 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 19,701 |
| Pop. — Other | 284 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Master's Colleges and Universities (smaller programs)
| Undergraduate | Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence |
|---|---|
| Graduate | Postbaccalaureate with arts & sciences (education dominant) |
| Undergraduate Population | Full-time four-year, more selective, higher transfer-in |
| Enrollment | Very high undergraduate |
| Size & Setting | Medium four-year, highly residential |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Post-master's certificate |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning |  |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending SUNY College at Oneonta?
Ranks 1318th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $4,350 | $4,350 | $10,610 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $1,105 | $1,105 | $1,105 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $181 | $181 | $442 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | $6,900 | $6,900 | $10,920 |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | $785 | $785 | $785 |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $288 | $288 | $455 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $17,041 | $17,041 | $23,301 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $6,455 | $6,455 | $12,715 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $6,455 | $6,455 | $12,715 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $5,362  $5,455 |
$5,362  $5,455 |
$11,622  $11,715 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,000  $1,000 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | $7,538  $8,336 |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | $2,620  $2,250 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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Admission Details
| Application Fee Required | N/A |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Application Fee | $40 |
| Graduate Application Fee | $50 |
| First Professional Application Fee | N/A |
| Applicants | 11,458 (4,648 male / 6,810 female) |
| Admitted | 4,920 (1,902 male / 3,018 female) |
| Admission rate | 43% |
| First-time Enrollment | 1,118 (423 male / 695 female) |
| FT Enrollment | 1,117 (422 male / 695 female) |
| PT Enrollment | 1 (1 male / N/A female) |
| Total Enrollment | 5,786 |
Admission Criteria
What criteria does SUNY College at Oneonta use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record |  /  / |
| College Prep. Completion | |
| Recommendations | |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does SUNY College at Oneonta accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Athletics - Association Memberships
| Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships | NCAA |
|---|---|
| NCAA Basketball Conference | State University of New York Ath Conf |
| NCAA Baseball Conference | State University of New York Ath Conf |
| NCAA Track & Field Conference | State University of New York Ath Conf |
ACT Test Admission
Ranks 585th for 75pctl scores
| Applicants submitting ACT results | 16% |
|---|---|
| Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) | / |
| Math scores (25/75 %ile) | / |
| Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) | 21 / 25 |
SAT Test Admission
Ranks 638th for 75pctl scores
| Applicants submitting SAT results | 97% |
|---|---|
| Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) | 490 / 570 |
| Math scores (25/75 %ile) | 510 / 590 |
| Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) | 1000 / 1160 |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | 3,300 |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | $4,866 |
| Board Fee | $3,470 |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
SUNY College at Oneonta Ranks 3176th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $3,010 | 264 |  23% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $2,030 | 588 |  51% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $1,986 | 124 |  11% |
| Student Loan Aid | $3,593 | 675 |  59% |
| Any financial aid type | 780 |  68% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at SUNY College at Oneonta?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 70 | 32 | 102 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 68 | 103 | 171 |
Hispanic | 110 | 141 | 251 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 46 | 58 | 104 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 5 | 8 | 13 |
White Non-Hispanic | 1,917 | 2,844 | 4,761 |
Race Unknown | 189 | 195 | 384 |
| Total | 2,405 | 3,381 | 5,786 |
Student Graduation Demographics
How many students graduated at SUNY College at Oneonta?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 3 | 1 | 4 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 17 | 24 | 41 |
Hispanic | 20 | 34 | 54 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 15 | 16 | 31 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | N/A | 2 | 2 |
White Non-Hispanic | 441 | 648 | 1,089 |
Race Unknown | 18 | 18 | 36 |
| Total | 514 | 743 | 1,257 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at SUNY College at Oneonta.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 151 | 171 | |
| 88 | 32 | 120 | |
| 23 | 66 | 89 | |
| 22 | 50 | 72 | |
| N/A | 72 | 72 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
SUNY College at Oneonta Ranks 1216th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $58,069 ($60,753 male / $53,681 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 224 (139 male / 85 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 208 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 1 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $4,425,078 |
SUNY College at Oneonta Academics
SUNY College at Oneonta offers a range of undergraduate programs as well as a Prelaw concentration and graduate degrees in Education, Biology, Earth Science, History Museum Studies and Nutrition.
The school is accredited by the State Association of Colleges and Schools and several other accrediting organizations.
SUNY College at Oneonta Admissions
Admission to SUNY at Oneonta is based primarily upon prior academic success. SAT score, ACT score and grade point average are major factors. Additionally, the school prefers that incoming freshmen have successfully completed and excelled in a rigorous high school curriculum. Admission is competitive and most applicants to SUNY at Oneonta are not admitted.
Applicants must submit a completed application form, high school transcripts, any college transcripts, SAT/ACT scores and an application fee. Incoming freshmen must also write an application essay and obtain a letter of recommendation from a high school counselor.
SUNY College at Oneonta Financial Aid
The SUNY at Oneonta financial aid office offers assistance in obtaining federal and state grants and loans. Work-study programs are also available. Most SUNY at Oneonta students receive some amount of financial aid.
SUNY College at Oneonta Students
SUNY at Oneonta was founded in 1889 and is one of the original schools in the State University of New York system. Originally established as a school for future educators, today SUNY at Oneonta offers a complete liberal arts program.
The school’s main campus encompasses more than 250 acres and 30 buildings. Additionally, the biology program’s Biological Field Station has 2,600 acres on Otsego Lake, and the museum studies program has a 284-acre facility near the main campus.
SUNY at Oneonta provides several student housing options. Many of the school’s fifteen residence halls offer special-interest wings, so students may live near others who share their academic pursuits and other interests. Additionally, Higgins Hall provides apartment-like housing for those students seeking a change from traditional residence halls.
SUNY at Oneonta’s James M. Milne library features hundreds of thousands of books, hundreds of periodicals and an extensive collection of online research databases. The library is usually open every day during the fall and winter semesters, with reduced hours in the spring and summer.
Hundreds of computers are available across several facilities, including a 24-hour computer lab. Wi-fi wireless connectivity is available campus wide.
SUNY at Oneonta has dozens of academic, athletic and social student organizations, including student government, a theater club, a poetry slam club, academic clubs, and many student groups dedicated to political and social causes. The school also offers a student newspaper, literary journal, radio and television stations. Additionally, the Hunt College Union supports social events throughout the year.
Several sororities and fraternities are active on campus and provide many social and academic activities for their members. Sororities include Sigma Gamma Phi, Pi Delta Chi, Phi Sigma Sigma, Sigma Delta Tau and Mu Sigma Upsilon. Fraternities include Chi Phi, Phi Kappa Psi, Tau Kappa Epsilon and Phi Beta Sigma.
A fitness center is available on campus for all students. Facilities include a pool, gymnasium, exercise equipment and racquetball courts.
SUNY College at Oneonta Athletics
The SUNY at Oneonta Red Dragons have men’s and women’s teams in basketball, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis and track & field. Additional women’s sports include softball, field hockey and volleyball; other men’s sports include baseball and wrestling.
The school plays in the following athletic conferences: NCAA Division III, Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC), Empire Collegiate Wrestling Conference, New York State Women’s Collegiate Athletic Association (NYSWCCA) and SUNY.
SUNY at Oneonta offers more club sports than most schools: cricket, fencing, equestrian sports, dance, mountain biking, racquetball, ice hockey, cheerleading, women’s rubgy, tae kwon do, men’s volleyball and other intramural sports.
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