State University of New York at New Paltz Acceptance Rate
State University of New York at New Paltz is a public research university in New Paltz, New York, serving roughly 6,086 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 61.61% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $58,073 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,572
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,809 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 61.61% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,086 92.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 71.60%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 31.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 0.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 48.6%
- Average SAT Score: 1265
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 7,751
- Applicants (IPEDS): 16,249
- Room & Board: $16,684 annual estimate
State University of New York at New Paltz: what the data shows
Common questions about State University of New York at New Paltz, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is State University of New York at New Paltz?
State University of New York at New Paltz is located in New Paltz, NY (ZIP 12561-2443).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is State University of New York at New Paltz public or private?
State University of New York at New Paltz is a Public institution.
How much does State University of New York at New Paltz cost?
Published tuition: $8,572 in-state, $18,822 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $18,809.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,541 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $13,969 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,178 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,937 |
| $110,001+ | $26,256 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $34,288.
How hard is it to get into State University of New York at New Paltz?
Admission rate: 61.61%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1265 and midpoint ACT 27.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is State University of New York at New Paltz?
Total enrollment: 6,086 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 7,751 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,036 students.
About 92% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at State University of New York at New Paltz?
150%-time completion rate: 71.60%.
First-year retention: 85.0%.
What do graduates of State University of New York at New Paltz earn?
Median earnings: $45,555 six years after entry; $58,073 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,750.
31.90% of students receive Pell grants.
What is State University of New York at New Paltz known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Psychology, General (148 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (134 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (125 completions)
- English Language and Literature, General (98 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (84 completions)
- Communication Sciences and Disorders, General (81 completions)
- Sociology, General (74 completions)
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia (66 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (59 completions)
- Accounting (59 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is State University of New York at New Paltz a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 61.61%; completion rate 71.60%; median earnings $58,073 at 10 years; net price $18,809. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,572
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at State University of New York at New Paltz was $8,572.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,809
2024 Value
In 2024 State University of New York at New Paltz had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,809.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$75,236 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,809 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$34,288 4-Year In-State Tuition
$75,288 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$16,684 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,250 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$26,506 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$106,024 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for State University of New York at New Paltz.
Financial Aid by Income Level
31.90% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
42.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at State University of New York at New Paltz was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for State University of New York at New Paltz in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,083 | $16,533 | $15,457 |
| 2014 | $7,418 | $17,068 | $16,353 |
| 2015 | $7,737 | $17,587 | $16,599 |
| 2016 | $7,754 | $17,604 | $16,333 |
| 2017 | $7,775 | $17,625 | $16,192 |
| 2018 | $8,254 | $18,034 | $17,111 |
| 2019 | $8,502 | $18,412 | $17,171 |
| 2020 | $8,416 | $18,326 | $17,123 |
| 2021 | $8,523 | $18,433 | $16,664 |
| 2022 | $8,524 | $18,434 | $18,358 |
| 2023 | $8,524 | $18,434 | $18,481 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
61.61% Acceptance Rate
16,249 Total Applicants
9,538 Students Admitted
1,119 First-Time Students Enrolled
11.73% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1265
ACT Average: 27
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
State University of New York at New Paltz reported total enrollment of about 6,086 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 37% male and 63% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (58.2%), Hispanic or Latino (23.6%), and Black or African American (6.8%). About 31.90% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 31.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
92.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at State University of New York at New Paltz in 2024 is 6,086 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 7,751 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,036 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
85.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 58.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
58.10% 100% Completion Time
71.60% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 58.10% of students graduating from State University of New York at New Paltz completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Psychology, General: 16% male / 84% female
- Elementary Education and Teaching: 12% male / 88% female
- Computer and Information Sciences, General: 64% male / 36% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for State University of New York at New Paltz.
Return on Investment
$18,750 Median Student Debt
$58,073 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
32.29% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
671.88% Return on Investment
3.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for State University of New York at New Paltz.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 80 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Psychology, General: 148 completions
2. Elementary Education and Teaching: 134 completions
3. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 125 completions
4. English Language and Literature, General: 98 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 84 completions
6. Communication Sciences and Disorders, General: 81 completions
7. Sociology, General: 74 completions
8. Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia: 66 completions
9. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 59 completions
Most popular programs at State University of New York at New Paltz.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for State University of New York at New Paltz graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for State University of New York at New Paltz from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 48.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,406
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $13,655
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
State University of New York at New Paltz is a public institution located in New Paltz, NY, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Computer and Information Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 6,086 students. Student body composition includes White (58.2%), Hispanic or Latino (23.6%), Black or African American (6.8%). The admission rate is 61.61%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1265. The 150%-time completion rate is 71.60%. Approximately 31.90% of students receive Pell Grants. About 31.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
New Paltz, NY 12561-2443
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 80 distinct degree programs, State University of New York at New Paltz provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is State University of New York at New Paltz located?
State University of New York at New Paltz is located in New Paltz, NY.
What is State University of New York at New Paltz's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at State University of New York at New Paltz is 61.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 16,249 applicants and 9,538 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does State University of New York at New Paltz cost?
Reported tuition is $8,572 and average net price is $18,809 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $16,684 annually.
What is the student body demographics at State University of New York at New Paltz?
State University of New York at New Paltz reports undergraduate enrollment of about 7,751 students, White (58.2%), Hispanic or Latino (23.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend State University of New York at New Paltz?
About 31.7% of students at State University of New York at New Paltz are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for State University of New York at New Paltz?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, State University of New York at New Paltz reports midpoint SAT about 1265 and midpoint ACT about 27.
What do graduates of State University of New York at New Paltz earn?
Median earnings are $45,555 six years after entry and $58,073 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at State University of New York at New Paltz?
The 150%-time completion rate is 71.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do State University of New York at New Paltz students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,750.
Is State University of New York at New Paltz public or private?
State University of New York at New Paltz is a public institution located in New Paltz, NY.
Is State University of New York at New Paltz an HBCU?
No. State University of New York at New Paltz is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is State University of New York at New Paltz a tribal college?
No. State University of New York at New Paltz is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- New York college costs
- New York colleges by ROI
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in New York
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.