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| Location | Fredonia, New York |
| Online | fredonia.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
SUNY at Fredonia, located in Fredonia, New York, is a public liberal arts university founded in 1826. Set on a 256-acre campus known for its classic ivy-draped buildings, Fredonia provides a serene learning environment with proximity to the natural allure of Lake Erie, roughly an hour southwest of Buffalo. This institution offers an array of undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular emphasis on the fine arts, music, and education, reflecting a commitment to both the arts and sciences. SUNY Fredonia is known for fostering a close-knit academic community through its moderately selective admissions process, providing on-campus housing options to accommodate a significant portion of the student body. The university also supports a range of extracurricular activities, though it is not distinguished by a prominent athletic program.
In the most recent statistical year 4,597 prospective students applied, and 3,888 were granted admission. Of those admitted 716 enrolled in the school. 3,242 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 249 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,070 plus fees of $1,697. SUNY at Fredonia is ranked 459 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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SUNY at Fredonia is rated within the top 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for SUNY at Fredonia within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#459 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#139 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#65 in Best Colleges in New York
#20 in Best Public Colleges in New York
#317 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#39 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1080/1300 |
| ACT | 18/23 |
| GPA | 3.3 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New York Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,150 |
| Other Fees | $1,697 |
| Room and Board | $14,180 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,950 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,047 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,150 |
| Other Fees | $1,697 |
| Room and Board | $14,180 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,950 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,957 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 20% |
| Business | 13% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 10% |
| General Studies | 8% |
| Communication | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196158 IPEDS survey data for SUNY at Fredonia.
Current students may use the SUNY at Fredonia GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.