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Cobleskill, New York

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Your chances of getting into SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

84%
Admission Difficulty for SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at SUNY Cobleskill is 84%.  Its admission rate is the 120th lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into SUNY Cobleskill and can you get accepted?

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,005 out of the 2,386 who applied were admitted.

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.1. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 24% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into SUNY Cobleskill?

84% 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 of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.1 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 1030 on the SAT
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

SUNY Cobleskill GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.1

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into SUNY Cobleskill are to have around a 3.1 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.1 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as SUNY Cobleskill accepts 84% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at SUNY Cobleskill is 3.1 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #103 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since SUNY Cobleskill 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 3.1 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 of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 7.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 15.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 11.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 9.0% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 17.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 18.0% Avg -
2.00 to 2.49 17.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 6.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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SUNY Cobleskill SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 18% of students submitted SAT scores and 2% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

910-1150

Applicants Submitting SAT 

18%
SAT Scores for SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 450
Math 25th Percentile 460
Composite 25th Percentile 910
SAT Scores for SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 580
Math 75th Percentile 570
Composite 75th Percentile 1150
Average SAT Score 1030

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at SUNY Cobleskill is 1030 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 910-1150. Students who get into SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill score in the top 76 percent of all SAT test takers..  SUNY Cobleskill ranks #98 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1030 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. SUNY Cobleskill regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 910 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 910, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 790, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill 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 1030 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 1030, you have around a 84% chance of being admitted. A 1150 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 91% chance of getting in.

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1150 and Above Good >91%
1030 to 1150 Avg + 84%-91%
910 to 1030 Avg - 73%-84%
790 to 910 Reach 59%-73%
Less than 790 Low <59%
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SUNY Cobleskill ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

17-26 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

2%
ACT Scores for SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile 17
ACT Scores for SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile 26
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into SUNY Cobleskill?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to SUNY Cobleskill is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 17 and 26.  The school ranks #85 in New York for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 17 and score in the score in the top 69 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 12.

2 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill 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 Cobleskill for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 84% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 91% with a 26 ACT score.

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >91%
21 to 26 Avg + 84%-91%
17 to 21 Avg - 75%-84%
13 to 17 Reach 63%-75%
Less than 13 Low <63%
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High School Class Rank

56% of SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 23% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 7%
Top 25% of class 23%
Top 50% of class 56%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,327 1,059 2,386
Accepted 1,143 862 2,005
Acceptance Rate 86% 81% 84%
Enrolled 270 220 490
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 24% 26% 24%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill and what student information is used for admission decisions?

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill 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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.1 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1030 and ACT of 21 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196033 IPEDS survey data for SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill.

Last updated February 24, 2024