64%
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| Accepted | 4,130 |
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| Declined | + 2,293 |
| Total Received | 6,423 |
| SAT | 2545 |
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| ACT | 2946 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Syracuse University | Syracuse, NY |
| SUNY — University at Buffalo | Buffalo, NY |
| SUNY — Cortland | Cortland, NY |
| SUNY — Fredonia | Fredonia, NY |
| Manhattan College | Riverdale, NY |
| Hofstra University | Hempstead, NY |
| Le Moyne College | Syracuse, NY |
| Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore, MD |
| Adelphi University | Garden City, NY |
| St. Lawrence University | Canton, NY |
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SUNY College at Potsdam, founded in 1816, is a public, liberal arts college. Its 240-acre campus is located in Potsdam NY, north of Syracuse.
| Public/private | Public |
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| Campus Enrollment | 3,521 |
| Established in | 1816 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) |
240‐acre campus in Potsdam (population: 16,075), 70 miles from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada and 150 miles from Syracuse. Served by bus; major airports serve Ottawa and Syracuse; train serves Cornwall, Ontario (30 miles).
SUNY — Potsdam
44 Pierrepont Avenue
Potsdam, NY 13676
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| Application fee | $50 |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
ACT only Considered if submitted SAT Subject Tests Not used SAT or ACT Considered if submitted |
64%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 4,130 |
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| Declined | + 2,293 |
| Total Received | 6,423 |
Essay
Recommendations
Secondary school record
Character/ personal qualities
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Particular talent/ability
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Alumni/ae relationship
Class rank
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
Standardized test scores
State residency
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Thomas W. Nesbitt
Director of Admissions
P: 877 768-7326
F: 315 267-2163
admissions@potsdam.edu
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$15,257
| Tuition | $6,870 |
| Room | $7,760 |
| Board | $5,630 |
| Additional fees | $1,582 |
| Books & supplies | $1,340 |
| Total | $23,182 |
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| Average Financial Aid | - $15,257 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $7,925 |
Need-based
| Federal | $9,094,353 |
| State | $9,128,026 |
| Institutional | $4,085,532 |
| Other external | $421,078 |
| Total | $22,728,989 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $6,410 |
| State | $90,963 |
| Institutional | $1,465,300 |
| Other external | $151,176 |
| Total | $1,713,849 |
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FAFSA
State aid form
P: 315 267-2162
F: 315 267-3067
finaid@potsdam.edu
Susan Godreau
Director of Financial Aid
finaid@potsdam.edu
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Basketball, Boat Racing, Bowling, Broomball, Canoeing, Cheerleading, Dance Ensemble, Divine Dancers, Dodgeball, Flag Football, Hip-Hop Team, Mixed Martial Arts, Racquetball, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Step Team, Swing Dance, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball
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Sharief Hashim (men's)
Athletic Director
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66%
Transfer applicants accepted
45%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Not Required/Recommended |
| Essay or personal statement | Recommended of Some |
Minimum transfers must complete
30
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 7 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada China India Japan Mongolia Morocco |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
International student center Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Karen Kennison
International Admissions Counselor
315 267-2180
kenniska@potsdam.edu
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