Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science
About Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is a private university in Paul Smiths, NY. It has a 84.9% acceptance rate and a 54.4% graduation rate, serving approximately 668 students.
Founded
1937
Location
Paul Smiths, New York
Students
601
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
76.5%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
50.5%
Below national average
Tuition
$33,009
Per year
Avg Net Price
$26,683
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$46,145
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science accepts the majority of applicants at 76.5%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
50.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
75.2%
4-Year Grad
46%
6-Year Grad
50%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
84.9%
$/Student
$10.3K
Class Size
Medium
While 46% finish in 4 years, 75.2% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$33,009
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,236
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$51,506
After Financial Aid
$26,683
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,732
Receive Grants
36.3%
Take Loans
72.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $51,506/yr, including $14,236 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $26,683.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science fund their education.
While in School
36.3%
Get Grants
Free money
72.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$61,335
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$22,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$241/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $22,750 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science.
Gender
36.6%
Female
63%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
579
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
22
Graduates
29.7%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
2.5%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 29.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
579
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science fields 8 varsity teams with 223 student athletes, about 39% of the student body.
Division
USCAA
United States Collegiate Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Other Sports
Student Athletes
223
39% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
137
Men
86
Women
7
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Paul Smiths College of Arts and Scienceearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,145
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy
$42K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Forestry
$44K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
$36K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Culinary Arts and Related Services
$32K
12 grads
1yr Earnings
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
$28K
11 grads
1yr Earnings
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
$33K
8 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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