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SUNY at Fredonia

Fredonia, NY·Public·2,860 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 2,860 students.

79%
Accept
2,860
Students
$15,644
Net Price
53%
Grad Rate
$44,700
Earnings
10 yr
$17,500
Debt

About This School

SUNY at Fredonia is a public institution located in Fredonia, New York with approximately 2,860 undergraduate students enrolled. SUNY at Fredonia has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 79%. The average net price after financial aid is $15,644 per year. The graduation rate is 53%, and the typical graduate earns $44,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

The State University of New York at Fredonia is a public university in Fredonia, New York, United States. It is the westernmost member of the State University of New York. Founded in 1826, it is the seventh-oldest college in New York, and second-oldest public school in New York after SUNY Potsdam (1816).

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $15,644/year after aid and a median graduation debt of only $17,500, Fredonia is genuinely affordable — but a 53% graduation rate means roughly half of students who start don't finish, which is worth taking seriously. Worth considering if you're drawn to its music, arts, or education programs and have a clear plan to stay on track, but make sure to ask hard questions about support services and why so many students leave before finishing.

Founded
1826
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Visual & Performing Arts20%
Education18%
Business & Marketing10%
Psychology8%
Communications8%
Biological Sciences7%
Health Professions5%
Computer Science4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Mary McDonnellNeil PostmanJean WebsterLucille CliftonPeter Shukoff

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1213
Reading 75th %ile650
Math 75th %ile640

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite27

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$8,771
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,191
Avg Net Price
$15,644
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants37%
Median debt at graduation$17,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
53%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
76%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$44,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$17,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$17,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$32,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$44,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.6x

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

White74%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino11%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,860 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

SUNY at Fredonia

280 Central Ave

Fredonia, NY 14063-1136

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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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