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SUNY at Fredonia

Fredonia, NY·Public·2,755 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 2,755 students.

78%
Accept
2,755
Students
$15,897
Net Price
50%
Grad Rate
$44,700
Earnings
10 yr
$24,250
Debt

About This School

SUNY at Fredonia is a public institution located in Fredonia, New York with approximately 2,755 undergraduate students enrolled. SUNY at Fredonia has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 78%. The average net price after financial aid is $15,897 per year. The graduation rate is 50%, 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
Avg Faculty Salary
$8,123

Popular Programs

Education23%
Visual & Performing Arts20%
Business & Marketing8%
Psychology8%
Communications7%
Biological Sciences5%
Health Professions4%
Computer Science2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Mary McDonnellNeil PostmanJean WebsterLucille CliftonPeter Shukoff

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite1250
Reading 75th %ile680
Math 75th %ile690

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite27

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$8,831
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,771
Avg Net Price
$15,897
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$9,395
$30–48k$11,327
$48–75k$16,116
$75–110k$16,302
$110k+$20,743

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants39%
Median debt at graduation$24,250

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
50%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
76%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$44,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$24,250
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$34,400
Female graduates$31,600

Gap: 8% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$24,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$32,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$44,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.8x

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

White75%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino11%
Asian1%
Two or more races3%
International2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,755 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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