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SUNY Purchase College
SUNY Purchase College
PURCHASE, NY . 4 Year 3.4
#2227 in Best Colleges in America
735 ANDERSON HILL RD PURCHASE, NY 10577

Overview

SUNY Purchase College, located in Purchase, New York, is a public college renowned for its arts and liberal arts programs. Offering a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, the college fosters creativity, intellectual rigor, and experiential learning. Known for its vibrant campus life, diverse student body, and commitment to social justice, SUNY Purchase provides a supportive and dynamic learning environment. The college emphasizes practical experience, offering numerous internship and study abroad opportunities. With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, students receive personalized instruction, promoting academic success and critical thinking skills. SUNY Purchase College prepares students for successful careers and global citizenship.

Rankings

  • 130

    #130 in Best Colleges for Performing Arts in America

  • 2

    #2 35 in Best Colleges for Art in America

  • 235

    #235 in Best Colleges for Art in America

  • Best Colleges for Performing Arts in America 130 of 558
  • Best Colleges for Art in America 235 of 736
  • Best Colleges for English in America 303 of 901

Academics

  • B Academics
  • C+Value
  • ADiversity
  • D Campus
  • C Athletics
  • BParty Scene
  • C+Professors
  • B Location
  • C Dorms
  • CCampus Food
  • CStudent Life
  • BSafety

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    95 Graduates
  • Communications
    57 Graduates
  • Psychology
    53 Graduates
  • Drama and Theatre Production
    48 Graduates
  • Fine and Studio Arts Management
    47 Graduates
  • Playwriting and Screenwriting
    38 Graduates
  • Theatre Design
    31 Graduates
  • Graphic Design
    29 Graduates
  • Biology
    28 Graduates
  • Cinematography and Video Production
    28 Graduates

Admissions

  • March 1
    Application Deadline
  • 75%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,868
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    84%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    63%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    3,145 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    294
  • Undergrads Over 25
    7%
  • Pell Grant
    36%
  • Varsity Athletes
    7%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    12:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Skyline Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (without football)

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