Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Paul Smiths, New York |
| Online | paulsmiths.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Rural |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Paul Smith's College occupies a remote 14,200-acre campus in the Adirondack Mountains of northern New York, situated on Lower St. Regis Lake approximately 20 miles northwest of Lake Placid. The institution, founded in 1946 on the site of the former Paul Smith's Hotel, carries forward its namesake's legacy while emphasizing experiential education in natural resource management and hospitality. The campus features a mix of modern academic buildings and historic lodge-style architecture, with all students required to live in on-campus housing during their first two years. Paul Smith's College specializes in environmental sciences, forestry, natural resources, hospitality management, and culinary arts programs, with hands-on learning facilitated by the surrounding wilderness and waterfront setting. The college maintains working forests, a maple sugar operation, and hospitality training facilities as part of its practical education model.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 2.8 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $37 |
| Room and Board | $16,106 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $51,655 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Natural Resources Conservation | 34% |
| Personal and Culinary Services | 22% |
| Social Sciences | 15% |
| Business | 14% |
| Engineering Technology | 5% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025