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How to Get Into State University of New York at Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh, NY · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

State University of New York at Plattsburgh Admissions Statistics

78%
Acceptance Rate
540-640
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
540-610
SAT Math (mid 50%)
22-28
ACT (mid 50%)
3,769
Undergrads
59%
Graduation Rate

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

The bar here is clear

State University of New York at Plattsburgh 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 1080-1250 combined SAT or 22-28 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. Since scores are not required (test-optional) here, submit only if you're inside or above the band; a below-band score is information you don't have to volunteer.

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 Plattsburgh fits.

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

Round Deadline
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 Not required (test-optional)
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

State University of New York at Plattsburgh Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $28,244
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $9,035 / $18,945
Room & board (on campus) $17,300
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $17,156

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 $9,400
$30-48k $12,121
$48-75k $17,076
$75-110k $17,655
$110k+ $24,611
41%
Students receiving Pell Grants
57%
Students taking federal loans
73%
Freshman retention rate
15:1
Student-faculty ratio

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