SUNY College at Potsdam
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 1,823 students.
About This School
SUNY College at Potsdam is a public institution located in Potsdam, New York with approximately 1,823 undergraduate students enrolled. SUNY College at Potsdam has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 78%. The average net price after financial aid is $13,624 per year. The graduation rate is 45%, and the typical graduate earns $41,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
The State University of New York at Potsdam is a public college in Potsdam, New York, United States. Founded in 1816, it is the northernmost member of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. It is composed of the College of Arts & Sciences, the School of Education and Professional Studies, and the Crane School of Music.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $14,295/year average net cost and $18,166 in median debt, this is one of the more affordable paths to a degree — and the Crane School of Music is a legitimate standout for serious music students. However, the 48% graduation rate is a real concern, meaning roughly half of students who start here don't finish, and median earnings of $41,300 a decade out suggest limited financial upside for most graduates. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious, drawn to music or education programs, and have a clear plan for staying on track to completion.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 18% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,823 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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.
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