State University of New York at New Paltz, New Paltz, New York

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1 Hawk Drive , New Paltz, NY 12561 , 845-257-SUNY (7869)
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Updated on - Dec 10th, 2021 | 04:37 PM By Archana S

Overview Content

Founded in 1828, the distinguished heritage of the State University of New York at New Paltz (SUNY) is rooted in an intense spirit of imaginative inquiry, providing one of the most open, diverse, and creative places of higher learning in the nation. It is one of the 64 campuses under the State University of New York. SUNY is committed to preparing its students to excel in the rapidly changing world of the 21st century.

New Paltz is located in a lively college town just 90 minutes from New York City. Built on a 257-acre campus, in the stunning Hudson River Valley, offers not only outstanding quality of life but also world-class connections. Students have close faculty relationships that encourage them to explore, take risks, and exceed their expectations. Extensive research, internships, independent study, and study abroad help to expand student horizons. The average fee for undergraduate students is $32,563. The average freshman retention rate at SUNY, New Paltz is 87%.

Why Choose the State University of New York at New Paltz?

The State University of New York at New Paltz is a very competitive, four-year university college that delivers an extraordinary number of undergraduate majors in business, liberal arts & sciences, fine and performing arts, and education. Their programs in the STEM ( science, technology, engineering, and mathematics ) fields are diverse and cutting-edge. Some of the stated facts about SUNY are:

Undergraduates 6,807
Campus Size 257 Acres
Student-Faculty Ratio 16:1
Average Freshman Retention Rate 87%

Faculties/Departments at SUNY, New Paltz

Being a college of arts, commerce, and sciences, SUNY, New Paltz is divided into many departments that cover major portions of arts and sciences. The complete list of the departments at SUNY is listed below separately for graduate and undergraduate students:

For Undergraduates

  • College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
  • School of Business
  • School of Education
  • School of Fine & Performing Arts
  • School of Science & Engineering
  • Honors Program
  • Pre-Health Professions
  • Pre-Law

For Graduates

  • School of Fine and Performing Arts
  • School of Science and Engineering 
  • School of Education
  • School of Business 
  • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences 

Financial Aid and Scholarships at SUNY, New Paltz

For a better future for the country and the students, SUNY, New Paltz offers them various financial aids. International students at SUNY can opt for the following financial aids and scholarships:

  • Student Loans
  • Parent Loans
  • Grants
  • Scholarships
  • Work-Study
  • Non-Resident and Undocumented

University Stats

SUNY, New Paltz's total enrollment is 7,565, out of which 182 are international students. The student-faculty ratio at SUNY, New Paltz is 16:1 with 38% male and 62% female.

SUNY New Paltz Rankings

SUNY, New Paltz is positioned among top public colleges for its academic performance, students focused education, administration learning, and initiative in sustainability. Listed below are a few rankings of the State University of New York at New Paltz:

  • Ranked #65 in Top Performers on Social Mobility by US News & World Report
  • Ranked #27 in the Best College in New York by NYup.com - Best Value Colleges
  • Ranked #83 in Best College in Nation by Business First

Student-Faculty Ratio

16:1

Male-Female Ratio

38:62

International Students

182

Total Enrolment

8,940


Admission Details

SUNY, New Paltz's acceptance rate is 42.9%. Total applicants who applied for SUNY, New Paltz were around 14,000. The minimum TOEFL mark required is 80; the minimum IELTS mark required is 6.5. It accepts direct applications and common applications. Other requirements for regular international students to get admission into SUNY, New Paltz are as follows:

High School GPA 90-95
SAT 1150-1300
ACT 24-29

Acceptance Rate

Minimum Score
TOEFL Requirements

Min. 80


Minimum Score
IELTS Requirements

Min. 6.5


Application Website


Accepts Direct Application

yes


Accepts Common Application

Yes


Total Applications

14,000


Average Tuition Fees

Average tuition fees for the students at SUNY, New Paltz are different for undergraduate and graduate students. The average undergraduate tuition fees for international students are $20,820 whereas the average graduate tuition fees for an international student is $28,320. The table below shows the average tuition fees for an international student at SUNY, New Paltz:

Degree Type Tuition Fees
Diploma -
Undergraduate $20,820
Post Graduate $28,320

Application Details

The application fee for SUNY, New Paltz is $50. The application process for the next academic year will end on 01-04-2022. An international student should keep the following application details in mind while applying at the SUNY, New Paltz:

  • Official secondary school and school records and imprint sheets
  • Individual essay
  • One letter of recommendation for undergraduate students
  • Three letters of recommendation for graduate students
  • SAT score
  • ACT score
  • TOEFL score
  • IELTS score
  • Resume
  • GRE and GMAT 
Events Dates
Application Deadline
2022-01-15

Other Fees

International students at SUNY New Paltz are required to pay other fees covering the living expenses in addition to the basic tuition and fees. The other fees are charged for a whole year. Approximately $4,000 is considered for books, travel, and personal expenses. The following table shows the other fees an international student is expected to pay other than the SUNY New Paltz tuition fees:

University Fees and Health Insurance $3,552
Room and Board $13,928
Personal Expenses and Books $4,430
Average Annual Tuition Fees
$20,820
Average Accommodation
$12,680
Application Fees
$50

Courses Fees

For in-state students, tuition and fees were $8,502, 53.8% off the price charged to out-of-state students. Tuition is $7,070 and fees $1,432. SUNY New Paltz out-of-state students paid $18,412 in fees and tuition. The course fees for some of the popular courses at SUNY for international students are given below:

Master Courses:

Bachelor Courses:

Master of Education [M.Ed]

Course Fees: $28320


Bachelor of Science [B.Sc]

Course Fees: $20820


Bachelor of Education [B.Ed]

Course Fees: $20820


Bachelor of Arts [B.A]

Course Fees: $20820


Bachelor of Arts [B.A] - Bachelor of Science [B.Sc]

Course Fees: $20820


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Contact Information

The State University at New Paltz is located at 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561, 845-257-SUNY (7869). The location and contact details of SUNY, New Paltz are shown below:

New Paltz, New York

Location

+1-877 696-7411

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