SUNY at Fredonia
About SUNY at Fredonia
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
SUNY Fredonia is a public university in Fredonia, New York, near Lake Erie. It is well regarded for its music and performing arts programs alongside business, education, and social work, offering strong arts programming at public university prices.
Founded
1826
Location
Fredonia, New York
Students
3,163
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
77.7%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
50.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,831
Out-of-state: $19,771
Avg Net Price
$15,897
After financial aid
SAT Average
1250
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$54,247
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
SUNY at Fredonia accepts the majority of applicants at 77.7%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1250/ 1600
ACT Scores
27/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
50.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
76.2%
4-Year Grad
47%
6-Year Grad
62%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
54.1%
$/Student
$17.1K
Class Size
Medium
While 47% finish in 4 years, 76.2% 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
$8,831
In-State
$19,771
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,230
Books & Supplies
$1,150
Total Cost of Attendance
$25,879
After Financial Aid
$15,897
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,395
Receive Grants
38.8%
Take Loans
65.1%
The full cost of attendance is about $25,879/yr for in-state students, including $15,230 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $15,897. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $19,771.
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 at Fredonia fund their education.
While in School
38.8%
Get Grants
Free money
65.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$59,673
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$257/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,250 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 SUNY at Fredonia.
Gender
56.2%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,755
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
408
Graduates
22.8%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
3.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 22.8% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
2,755
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
SUNY at Fredonia fields 13 varsity teams with 352 student athletes, about 13% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
SUNYAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
352
13% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
184
Men
168
Women
8
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of SUNY at Fredoniaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$54,247
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$36K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$32K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
68 grads
1yr Earnings
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
$20K
54 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$33K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Music
$22K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $54K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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