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How to Get Into State University of New York at New Paltz

New Paltz, NY · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

State University of New York at New Paltz Admissions Statistics

62%
Acceptance Rate
600-690
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
570-650
SAT Math (mid 50%)
25-29
ACT (mid 50%)
6,086
Undergrads
72%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into State University of New York at New Paltz

The bar here is clear

State University of New York at New Paltz admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1170-1340 combined SAT or 25-29 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Required for some programs", check the fine print for your specific program.

Use the Early Action round deliberately

State University of New York at New Paltz offers Early Action: non-binding and worth taking if your application is ready, an earlier answer helps you calibrate the rest of your list, and EA carries no downside beyond the earlier deadline.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where State University of New York at New Paltz fits.

State University of New York at New Paltz Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) November 15, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $50
Test scores Required for some programs
Writing supplement Required
Counselor recommendation Not required
Teacher evaluations 1

State University of New York at New Paltz Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $28,428
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $8,572 / $18,822
Room & board (on campus) $16,684
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $18,809

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $10,541
$30-48k $13,969
$48-75k $20,178
$75-110k $21,937
$110k+ $26,256
32%
Students receiving Pell Grants
42%
Students taking federal loans
85%
Freshman retention rate
16:1
Student-faculty ratio

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