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SUNY Plattsburgh excels in helping undergraduates of all levels of ability to stand out in their chosen careers and communities.
Students benefit from close interaction with expert faculty within a campus environment that is unsurpassed in SUNY. Academically, Plattsburgh combines the best liberal arts traditions with attention to preparing students for professional careers.
One testimony to the College's success with students is the fact that 95% of Plattsburgh's graduates find employment or continue their education in graduate schools.
The College at a Glance
Set in upstate New York's exciting Champlain Valley region, our medium-sized, residential campus offers stunning views of mountains and lakes in a safe, community setting. Both Lake Placid's Olympic Region and cosmopolitan Montreal are popular nearby attractions with the College's 5,328 undergraduates.
- College Type: Four-year, public comprehensive college
- Campus: Residential: located in a small city; walkable, safe, and scenic - a great college and community environment!
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,328
- Average Class Size: 24
- Popular Majors: Business, Communications (radio & TV), Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Environmental Science, Finance, Journalism, Nursing, Psychology, Special Education
- Popular Minors: Athletic Coaching, Graphic Design/Desktop Publishing, Gerontology, Health-Care Management, International Studies, Outdoor Education, Recreation, Photography, Perspectives on the Environment
- Unique Programs: Adirondack Experience adventure education program, Broadcast Journalism, Hotel-Restaurant-Tourism Management, Registered Nurse Transfer Option, Speech Pathology
- Notable Alumni: Kerry Diamond, Harper's Bazaar Beauty Director/Author; Lonny Dubrofsky, Film Producer/Movies and Television; Anthony Weiner, U.S. Congressman; Dawn Fratangelo, NBC News
- What's New: Entrepreneurial Studies, Journalism Options in Newspaper and Magazine; Approximately $2.7 million in aid awarded as Scholarships and Grants; Internationally accredited School of Business (AACSB)
Admissions
Admission for freshmen and transfers is competitive.
Freshman enrollees typically comprise about 60 percent of the entering class. They have solid, college-prep high school backgrounds with mean averages in the "B" range.
Transfers G.P.A. requirements vary, with mean averages calculated on all colleges previously attended.
Academics - the Heart of Campus Life
Three principal academic divisions offer more than 75 major and minor academic programs; these include arts and sciences, an internationally accredited School of Business (A.A.C.S.B.), and Education, Health and Human Services Programs. Hands-on internships, research, and study-abroad experiences complement a typical graduate's resume.
Qualified faculty, not graduate assistants, teach all the courses, enhancing student-teacher interaction. Vital technologies abound on the campus. In addition to various computing labs and wireless zones across campus, every dorm room has rapid access for computing and Internet connectivity.
SUNY Plattsburgh teaches students values of civic responsibility through programs devoted to service, ethics, and leadership. A Plattsburgh education values diversity and strives to build character - an essential item for personal well-being, social interaction, and career advancement.
Campus Life
Students enjoy a strong sense of community on campus. Located in the small city of Plattsburgh, N.Y., on the western shore of Lake Champlain, Plattsburgh State offers students convenient access to local malls and downtown. A vibrant activities program covers nearly every personal taste, from concerts and theater productions to intramural athletics and public service projects. And the surrounding region offers many additional recreational benefits.
Scholarships
Many merit scholarships are available to qualified students, in addition to special grant programs for students who are not New York State residents.
Communicate with our Admissions Staff
We would enjoy hearing from you. Contact us individually for answers to your admission-related questions. Or, call our general office number at (518) 564-2040 or (888) 673-0012.
Labor Market News
Plattsburgh State offers major programs to prepare students for all of the top 15 fastest growing occupations requiring a bachelors degree listed below:
- Computer software engineers, applications
- Computer software engineers, systems software
- Network and computer systems administrators
- Network systems and data communications analysts
- Database administrators
- Computer systems analysts
- Physician assistants
- Computer and information systems managers
- Audiologists
- Computer and information scientists, research
- Speech-language pathologists
- Mental health and substance abuse social workers
- Special education teachers, preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school
- Public relations managers
- Public relations specialists
Read about the latest and greatest career prospects online at jobsearch.
Visit Plattsburgh State
We welcome visits by school counselors. We would be pleased to arrange your appointment with a member of our staff, set you up with your own personal campus tour, or help you with regional information.
Contact Information
Phone: (518) 564-2040
Toll-Free Phone: (888) 673-0012.