About State University of New York at New Paltz
In 1828 the State University of New York at New Paltz was founded in the scenic Hudson Valley midway between the state capital of Albany and New York City. Today, SUNY New Paltz offers a high-quality, affordable education that is available to students of all social and economic backgrounds. Students thrive in a creative, diverse, challenging, and supportive environment. State University of New York at New Paltz strives to provide a learning environment that is “challenging, student-centered, and personalized.” Students are inspired to “a love of learning, a meaningful engagement with the life of the mind, and an involvement in public service.”
State University of New York at New Paltz offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences. Some of these degrees are offered online. SUNY New Paltz online degrees offer the same high quality on-campus students enjoy. Hybrid, asynchronous, synchronous, and combined online degrees are also available.
Accreditation & Licensing
State University of New York at New Paltz is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Type:
4-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Post-master's certificateReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 6,846 ; Graduate: 1,166Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 7% ; Graduate: 27%Graduation Rate:
69%Transfer Rate:
22%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$58,073Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$18,750Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
59%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$8,974Credit for Military Training:
YesGeographic and Educational Overview
State University of New York at New Paltz 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