SUNY Oneonta is a public 4-year college in Oneonta, New York with 4,643 undergraduates. It admits 70% of applicants, costs an average of $18,369 a year after grants and graduates 66% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
SUNY Oneonta acceptance rate and admissions
SUNY Oneonta admitted 70% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 570 to 660, math 550 to 650). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
SUNY Oneonta application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Apr 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $50 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on SUNY Oneonta’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
SUNY Oneonta tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $8,831 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $19,781 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,580 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $28,709 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $18,369 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $18,369 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,340 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run SUNY Oneonta's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
SUNY Oneonta graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 66% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $66,840 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 29% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
SUNY Oneonta majors and what graduates earn
SUNY Oneonta awarded bachelor's degrees in 41 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($90,128).
All 41 majors at SUNY Oneonta
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at SUNY Oneonta
8 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 8 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 159 | $59,560 | $13,361 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 38 | $63,930 | $24,959 |
| Museology/Museum Studies | Master's | 25 | $43,865 | $27,750 |
| Nutrition and dietetics | Master's | 16 | $58,792 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 4,643 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 59% women, 41% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at SUNY Oneonta?
SUNY Oneonta admitted 70% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does SUNY Oneonta cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $8,831 for in-state students and $19,781 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $18,369 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for SUNY Oneonta?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 570 to 660 in reading and writing and 550 to 650 in math, and 25 to 30 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is SUNY Oneonta test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, SUNY Oneonta reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at SUNY Oneonta?
66% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do SUNY Oneonta graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $66,840 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.