E-mail this pageQuick Facts About SUNY Plattsburgh
About Our Campus
Plattsburgh State is a residential campus, located in a small city. It is walkable, safe and scenic - a great college and community environment.
- College Type: Four-year, public comprehensive college
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,500
- Graduate Enrollment: 660
- Average Class Size: 24
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 17:1
- Male/Female Balance: 42% male; 58% female
- Number of classes taught by faculty: All of them
- Faculty holding the highest degree in their field: 92%
Freshman Admissions
Applications should have a solid, college-preparatory background in high school and an academic average of "B" or better. We recommend a combined SAT Critical Reading and Math score of 1000 or better, or an ACT composite of 22. Supplemental factors include class rank, an essay, letters of support, leadership and community service activities, and special talent.
- High School Average Range for Freshman: 84-90
- SAT Range: 1000-1140
- ACT Range: 21-25
Transfer Admissions
Minimum grade point average requirements vary according to program, usually between 2.3 and 2.5. The mean grade point average for entering transfers is 2.94. Students with fewer than twenty-four credits at the time of application must also meet freshman requirements.
Graduate Admissions
Our graduate degree programs offer you opportunities for professional enhancement, professional certification, and personal academic enrichment. Prospective students applying for matriculation into a Master's Degree or Certificate of Advanced Study Program should visit Graduate Admissions for more information.
Academics
SUNY Plattsburgh offers more than 50 degree programs within three academic divisions:
- Arts and Science
- School of Business and Economics (AACSB accredited)
- Education, Health, and Human Services
Our expansive internship program provides students with practical experiences and important job connections. Students can further enhance their studies by choosing from an extensive network of study abroad and national student exchange programs.
A Rich and Diverse Environment
Our geographic location is another highly prized asset that is a benefit to students. The Green Mountains of Vermont and New York's Adirondacks rise majestically above the Lake Champlain Valley, a U.N.-designated biosphere and focus of environmental study.
Plattsburgh is an hour's drive from Montreal, Lake Placid, and Burlington. The region provides students with rich recreational and cultural experiences.A range of movie theaters, restaurants and shopping malls are nearby.
Protestant, Catholic, and Jewish faiths are served by local churches and a synagogue, and by campus religious organizations.
Mass transit provides transportation access from all parts of the northeastern United States.
Student Life
About 89 percent of SUNY Plattsburgh students are New York State residents. However, no resident quotas are used in admission. In fact, we take pride in the diversity of our campus, and actively recruit students from approximately 27 states and over 50 countries. Special grants are available to these students.
Approximately 1000 freshmen, 550 transfers, and 100 graduate students enroll each fall semester.
Campus activities abound in the residential, seven-day-a-week atmosphere. More than 100 student organizations span cultural, social, academic, and recreational interests. In addition to intercollegiate athletics, intramural and club sports are popular.
Computer Access
Two ports per room provide high-speed internet access in residence halls. Wireless zones and online computer stations are available throughout the campus.
Support for Students
Many special programs and support services exist for students:
- Educational Opportunity Program (E.O.P.) is offered to qualified students needing extra academic and financial support.
- Student Support Services provides academic, personal, and career counseling for eligible physically and learning-challenged students.
- Clark Learning Center offers free tutoring, computer-assisted instruction, writing and study skills seminars, and academic counseling to all students.
- Career Development Center assists students with all aspects of career planning and job placement, and offers many internships that let students gain hands-on career experiences prior to graduation.
- An active Honors Program provides qualified students with special opportunities for academic challenges and personal growth
Need A Place to Stay?
Staying in Plattsburgh is easy. Due to active tourism in the region, there are several major hotel chains within a short distance to the campus.
Contact Information
The Admissions Office is located on the 10th floor of the Kehoe Building.
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Phone Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m
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Richard Higgins, Director of Admissions Mailing Address: Admissions |