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State University of New York at Oswego

Oswego, NY·Public·5,618 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and in-state New York residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 5,618 students.

80%
Accept
5,618
Students
$17,231
Net Price
60%
Grad Rate
$47,100
Earnings
10 yr
$15,750
Debt

About This School

State University of New York at Oswego is a public institution located in Oswego, New York with approximately 5,618 undergraduate students enrolled. State University of New York at Oswego has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 80%. The average net price after financial aid is $17,231 per year. The graduation rate is 60%, and the typical graduate earns $47,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

State University of New York at Oswego is a public university in Oswego, New York, United States. It has a total student population of 6,756 and the campus size is 700 acres (280 ha). SUNY Oswego offers more than 120 undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in four colleges: School of Business, School of Communication, Media and the Arts, School of Education, and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $17,231 average net price is genuinely affordable, and graduates carry a modest $15,750 in debt, but a 60% graduation rate and 70% freshman retention suggest a meaningful share of students either leave or struggle to finish — worth asking why. Median earnings of $47,100 a decade out are respectable but not exceptional, so this school makes the most sense if you're pursuing a field where SUNY Oswego has a strong track record, like education or business, and you're confident you have the support systems to see it through to graduation.

Founded
1861
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing24%
Communications12%
Education9%
Visual & Performing Arts7%
Psychology7%
Biological Sciences6%
Computer Science5%
Physical Sciences4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Jerry SeinfeldAl RokerRobin CurtisWoodbridge N. FerrisAlice McDermott

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1177
Reading 75th %ile640
Math 75th %ile630

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite27

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$8,769
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,679
Avg Net Price
$17,231
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants39%
Median debt at graduation$15,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
60%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
70%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$47,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$35,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$47,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.0x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White65%
Black11%
Hispanic/Latino14%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,618 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

State University of New York at Oswego

7060 State Route 104

Oswego, NY 13126

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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