About SUNY Cortland
Located atop one of the rolling hills in central New York’s “City of Seven Valleys,” the State University of New York College at Cortland was founded in 1868 as the Cortland Normal School. Over the decades, the campus expanded, and in 1941, by an act of the legislature and the Board of Regents, the institution officially became a four-year college providing courses leading to the bachelor’s degree. In 1948, Cortland became a founding member of the State University of New York.
Today SUNY Cortland offers over 65 undergraduate degrees and over 35 graduate degrees. Certificates are also available. Programs are housed in the schools of Arts and Sciences, Education, and Professional Studies. SUNY Cortland online degrees are also available at the graduate level in each of these schools. These online degrees are convenient, flexible, and affordable.
Accreditation & Licensing
SUNY Cortland is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Type:
4-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Post-master's certificateReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 6,575 ; Graduate: 1,249Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 5% ; Graduate: 66%Graduation Rate:
68%Transfer Rate:
25%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$60,236Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$21,500Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
58%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$8,358Yellow Ribbon Program:
YesCredit for Military Training:
YesOnline Programs offered by SUNY Cortland
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
Education
Frequently Asked Questions About SUNY Cortland
Is SUNY Cortland accredited?
Yes. SUNY Cortland is institutionally accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many online programs does SUNY Cortland offer?
SUNY Cortland offers 5 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.
What degree levels does SUNY Cortland offer?
SUNY Cortland is focused on master's-level programs.
How should students contact admissions at SUNY Cortland?
Ready to connect? Check Admission Details to get admissions, tuition, and timeline details directly from the school.
Is SUNY Cortland expensive, and what are the tuition costs?
Roughly speaking, SUNY Cortland falls into GetEducated’s $$ tuition tier, which points to a mid tuition range.
How quickly can I enroll at SUNY Cortland?
Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.
What should transfer students ask SUNY Cortland first?
The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.
What GPA do most SUNY Cortland programs require?
GPA requirements typically range from 2.8 to 3.0, and 3.0 appears most often.
Is SUNY Cortland military friendly?
SUNY Cortland does not show Yellow Ribbon support. If military benefits matter for your plan, check current military options before you apply.
How can students request information from SUNY Cortland through GetEducated?
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What documents are most commonly required for SUNY Cortland applications?
Most listed programs ask for Official College Transcript(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV, and Recommendation/Reference Letter(s). Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.
Does SUNY Cortland accept life experience credit?
SUNY Cortland does not show a school-wide life experience credit policy. Check Transfer Options to confirm transfer-credit options for your specific program.
Are SUNY Cortland programs fully online or mixed?
SUNY Cortland programs are primarily listed as 100% Online, which can help students screen for schedule fit before applying.
What kinds of online programs does SUNY Cortland offer?
SUNY Cortland has online program options in areas such as Education, Healthcare, and Art & Liberal Arts; start with the field that best matches your career goal, then compare cost, format, and admissions requirements. Compare Programs to get program, admissions, and cost details before applying.
Are any admission tests required for SUNY Cortland programs?
Some listed programs include GRE requirements, so students should check test expectations before choosing a program.
Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at SUNY Cortland?
Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.
Do any SUNY Cortland programs have state authorization limitations?
State authorization restrictions are not prominent across available programs, but students should still confirm eligibility for their state. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.
How often can students start at SUNY Cortland?
Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For SUNY Cortland, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.
How should working adults compare SUNY Cortland programs?
Working adults should compare program format, pacing, total cost, and application requirements before choosing a path.
What should students compare before choosing a SUNY Cortland program?
Students should compare accreditation fit, program format, application requirements, total cost, and whether the timeline works with their schedule.
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Geographic and Educational Overview
SUNY Cortland is located in New York
New York at a Glance:
Top Majors in New York:
Top Incentives in New York:
- Tuition Assistance Program (TAP): Up to $5,665 annually
- Excelsior Scholarship: Full tuition coverage
Top Career Pathways in New York:
- Entry Level: Financial Analyst ($85,000)
- Mid Level: Senior Analyst ($130,000)
- Senior Level: Finance Director ($200,000+)
- Required Education: BS Finance
- Certifications: CFA, Series 7, Series 63