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Information for High School Counselors

As a school counselor, you are an important partner in 17勛圖厙���s success. We appreciate your help in finding students who are looking for the programs and opportunities we offer, and each year, we count on you to guide your students as they navigate the Oneonta admissions process.

Please refer to this page for resources that can help your students as they move through their college search.

If you have suggestions for additional information, let us know! You can also  to receive the latest updates about 17勛圖厙.

Map showing the distance to 17勛圖厙 from Syracuse (2 Hrs), Albany (1.5 Hrs), Boston (4 Hrs), NYC (3.5 Hrs), Philadelphia (4 Hrs)
17勛圖厙 is located in Central New York in the city of Oneonta (pop. 15,000+), about halfway between Albany and Binghamton.

Whether your students know what they want to study���or they���re ready to explore and find out���Oneonta has plenty of options! You���ll find programs at Oneonta that most SUNY schools don���t offer, including Dietetics, Fashion, Meteorology and Music Industry. We���re among only 5 percent of business programs worldwide to achieve the prestigious AACSB accreditation, and we have the No. 3 Elementary Education program in the United States, according to a recent ranking by Teacher.org.

17勛圖厙 is committed to offering students an excellent academic experience at an affordable price. That���s why Money.com gave 17勛圖厙 a 4.5-star rating on its ���Money Best Colleges in America" 2025 list, which recognizes colleges and universities across the country that have a record of helping students graduate and launching graduates into jobs with above average wages.

We offer a variety of merit- and need-based scholarships, and no separate application is required. Students should apply by Jan. 15, for the best chance of receiving a scholarship.

91.2% of first-year students received financial assistance last year.

We are now test optional and will not require submission of SAT or ACT scores from students applying for undergraduate admission. While we will consider scores if submitted, SAT/ACT results are not required.

To check the status of applications, check out our  page. We accept transcripts electronically through Parchment, a secure way for counselors to send transcripts without using paper and mailing envelopes. Counselors will receive confirmation of all transcripts sent. Interested schools should  to set up an account.

Fall 2026 Class Profile*

1,025
Class Enrollment
16,854
Applications Received
37.9%
Racial and Ethnic Diversity
89.7
Average GPA
1130-1270
SAT Middle 50%
25-30
ACT Middle 50%
90%
Test Optional Applicants

*As of August 2026

Fast Facts

17勛圖厙 consistently gains high marks for academic quality, affordability, student life, and our beautiful campus and college-town vibes.

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Students in the average class

15:1

Student/Faculty Ratio

464

Full- and part-time faculty

5,533

Enrolled Students
59% Female | 41% Male

Incoming first year students celebrate the Pass Through the Pillars tradition

Campus Tours

We look forward to showing your students all that Oneonta has to offer through one of our campus tours. Students can use the link below to sign up for a tour. Some campus tours are preceded by a 45-minute information session. Customized sessions are offered for prospective first-year/transfer students and admitted students. Registration is required. Sessions fill up quickly so be sure to encourage your students to plan ahead. We also offer virtual appointments and a .

Let Us Visit You!

Our admissions counselors frequently travel and can arrange visits for college planning nights, panels, workshops and other events. For more information, email Pam Hilton.

Find the counselor for your school

2026-27 Costs

By choosing a public university, students receive a high-quality education at a fraction of the cost of private institutions. 17勛圖厙 graduates carry an average debt of just $26,380, well below the national average for four-year public institutions. Our 2026-2027 cost totals are for an undergraduate student attending full-time, and in person.

$26,071
In-State
  • $7,070      Tuition
  • $1,761      Fees
  • $17,240   Housing and meals
$29,021
Out-of-State
  • $18,020     Tuition
  • $1,761      Fees
  • $17,240    Housing and meals
  • -$8,000 NYS Advantage Award

5 students talk about their transition moving from NYC to 17勛圖厙.

Watch a recording of a step-by-step virtual campus tour

Contact

Contact the Office of Admission and Enrollment with any questions

Address

Welcome Center
108 Ravine Parkway
Oneonta, NY 13820
United States