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SUNY Adirondack

Community CollegeSuburb: Small

About SUNY Adirondack

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

SUNY Adirondack teaches in Queensbury, at the southern edge of the Adirondack Park, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs.

Founded

1961

Location

Queensbury, New York

Students

1,844

Institution

Community College

Known For

NursingBusinessDesignTransfer Pathways

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

37%

Below national average

In-State Tuition

$6,844

Out-of-state: $9,616

Avg Net Price

$10,389

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$41,267

10 years after enrollment

Admissions

How competitive is getting in?

Selectivity

Open Admission

Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate

How to Apply

Test Policy

No test needed

Application Fee

Free

Early

N/A

Deadline

Rolling

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
37%

Below Average

37% complete their degree within three years

Retention

61.7%

Transfer Out

20%

Teaching Quality

15:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

52.5%

$/Student

$9.2K

Class Size

Medium

The 37% graduation rate is below average, but 61.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.

Tuition & Costs

What will you actually pay?

Tuition & Fees

$6,844

In-State

/

$9,616

Out-of-State

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

$14,467

Books & Supplies

$1,800

Total Cost of Attendance

$17,087

After Financial Aid

$10,389

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$7,491

Receive Grants

31.8%

Take Loans

23.2%

The total cost of attendance runs about $17,087/yr, including $14,467 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $10,389.

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 SUNY Adirondack fund their education.

While in School

31.8%

Get Grants

Free money

23.2%

Take Loans

Must repay

$31,830

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$14,345

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$152/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The median debt is just $14,345, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends SUNY Adirondack.

Gender

55.9%

Female

/

44%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

80.3%
7.3%
5.6%
3.9%
0.9%
0.8%
White
Hispanic
Black
Multiracial
Asian
International

Enrollment

1,844

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

42.7%

First-Gen

22 yrs

Avg Age

17.6%

Age 25+

Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 42.7% 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

RuralCity
Suburb: Small

Suburb: Small

Campus Quick Facts

1,844

Students

community

Institution

Small

Campus Size

N/A

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

No

AP Credit

Yes

Teacher Cert

No

ROTC

No

Evening College

Yes

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

No

Career Counseling

Yes

Sports & Athletics

How seriously this college takes sport

SUNY Adirondack fields 6 varsity teams with 96 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.

Division

NJCAA

Division III

Conference

Not reported

Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams

Varsity Sports

6

Biggest: Baseball

Student Athletes

96

5% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

68% / 32%

65

Men

/

31

Women

4

Men's Teams

3

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
24
Baseball
23
Soccer
21
Basketball
12
Softball
12
Volleyball

Every Varsity Team

Baseball24Soccer23Basketball21Softball12Volleyball12Golf4

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of SUNY Adirondackearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$41,267

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$36K
6yr
$34K
8yr
$41K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

159 grads

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

77 grads

Business Administration, Management and Operations

$32K

54 grads

1yr Earnings

Design and Applied Arts

29 grads

Criminal Justice and Corrections

$31K

19 grads

1yr Earnings

Culinary Arts and Related Services

16 grads

Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SUNY Adirondack

How much does SUNY Adirondack cost?
Tuition at SUNY Adirondack is $6,844 for in-state students and $9,616 for out-of-state students. The total cost of attendance runs about $17,087/yr, including $14,467 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $10,389.
What is the graduation rate at SUNY Adirondack?
SUNY Adirondack has a graduation rate of 37%. The 37% graduation rate is below average, but 61.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
How much do SUNY Adirondack graduates earn?
The median earnings for SUNY Adirondack graduates is $41,267 ten years after enrollment. Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.