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SUNY College at Oneonta Admission Requirements

Oneonta, New York

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Your chances of getting into SUNY College at Oneonta

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

72.5%
Admission Difficulty for SUNY College at Oneonta
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at SUNY College at Oneonta is 72.5%.  Its admission rate is the 82nd lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into SUNY College at Oneonta and can you get accepted?

SUNY College at Oneonta is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 7,177 out of the 9,895 who applied were admitted.

SUNY College at Oneonta typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.45. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into SUNY College at Oneonta?

73% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to SUNY College at Oneonta you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.45 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1170 on the SAT
  • Score 26 on the ACT

SUNY College at Oneonta GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.45

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into SUNY College at Oneonta?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into SUNY College at Oneonta are to have around a 3.45 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as SUNY College at Oneonta accepts 73% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at SUNY College at Oneonta is 3.45 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #59 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since SUNY College at Oneonta is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted SUNY College at Oneonta students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 11.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 28.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 45.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 13.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 3.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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SUNY College at Oneonta SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to SUNY College at Oneonta. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 25% of students submitted SAT scores and 3% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1090-1250

Applicants Submitting SAT 

25%
SAT Scores for SUNY College at Oneonta
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 550
Math 25th Percentile 540
Composite 25th Percentile 1090
SAT Scores for SUNY College at Oneonta
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 630
Math 75th Percentile 620
Composite 75th Percentile 1250
Average SAT Score 1170

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to SUNY College at Oneonta?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at SUNY College at Oneonta is 1170 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1090-1250. Students who get into SUNY College at Oneonta score in the top 43 percent of all SAT test takers..  SUNY College at Oneonta ranks #65 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1170 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. SUNY College at Oneonta regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1090 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1090, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1010, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

SUNY College at Oneonta is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1170 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1170, you have around a 73% chance of being admitted. A 1250 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

SUNY College at Oneonta admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1250 and Above Good >84%
1170 to 1250 Avg + 73%-84%
1090 to 1170 Avg - 59%-73%
1010 to 1090 Reach 43%-59%
Less than 1010 Low <43%
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SUNY College at Oneonta ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

24-28 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

3%
ACT Scores for SUNY College at Oneonta
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 23
Math 25th Percentile 21
Composite 25th Percentile 24
ACT Scores for SUNY College at Oneonta
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 30
Math 75th Percentile 28
Composite 75th Percentile 28
Average ACT Score 26

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into SUNY College at Oneonta?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to SUNY College at Oneonta is 26, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 28.  The school ranks #62 in New York for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 26. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 22.

3 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to SUNY College at Oneonta.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as SUNY College at Oneonta is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into SUNY College at Oneonta for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 26 score has around 73% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 28 ACT score.

SUNY College at Oneonta admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
28 and Above Good >84%
26 to 28 Avg + 73%-84%
24 to 26 Avg - 59%-73%
22 to 24 Reach 43%-59%
Less than 22 Low <43%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

SUNY College at Oneonta admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 5,838 4,057 9,895
Accepted 4,517 2,660 7,177
Acceptance Rate 77% 66% 73%
Enrolled 731 385 1,116
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 16% 14% 16%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to SUNY College at Oneonta is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to SUNY College at Oneonta and what student information is used for admission decisions?

SUNY College at Oneonta Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at SUNY College at Oneonta
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because SUNY College at Oneonta is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.45 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1170 on the SAT and 26 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to SUNY College at Oneonta often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196185 IPEDS survey data for SUNY College at Oneonta.

Last updated February 24, 2024

FAQs

Does SUNY College at Oneonta prefer SAT or ACT?

25% of students submit their SAT scores to SUNY College at Oneonta. 3% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into SUNY College at Oneonta?

73% of those who apply are granted admission to SUNY College at Oneonta. Admission competition is low and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for SUNY College at Oneonta?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1090 and 1250. The average SAT score is 1170. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for SUNY College at Oneonta?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 24 and 28. The average ACT score is 26. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.