Freshman Admissions at SUNY Plattsburgh

Freshman Admissions at SUNY Plattsburgh

Get Ready to Stand Out

You're on the verge of something great. SUNY Plattsburgh is a special place where our students tell us that they make friends, develop academic excellence, and learn what it takes to stand out.

Need Help Getting There?

With dozens of degree programs, you will find countless ways to make your education your own.

Other opportunities include Internships, Study Abroad and one of the oldest and most highly-respected Honors programs in SUNY.

Your close relationship with academic advisors ensures that you follow the shortest path to success in whatever you want to do.

Four out of five SUNY Plattsburgh students receive some form of financial aid, and we offer a generous array of scholarhsips and grants. Check out our Scholarship Calculator!

Where Do SUNY Plattsburgh Students Come From?

About 90 percent of all Plattsburgh State students are New York State residents. More than 400 students come from 49 different countries and 24 states. Approximately 1000 new freshmen enroll each fall semester who study a variety of academic programs.

Take the Next Step

• Apply Now
• Check Application Status
• Meet Us On The Road
• Request Information
• Schedule A Visit
• Take the Virtual Tour

Student Profiles

What Is There to Do?

Okay, it is, after all, college. You will spend 12% of your week in the classroom, and another 25% for homework, studying and research.

But what about the rest of the time? That's up to you.

Believe us when we say, you will have no shortage of activities, opportunities and diversions to choose from.

Whether your interests range from exploring the outdoors, to arts and music, or if your idea of fun is a day-trip to cities like Lake Placid, Burlington, or Montreal, our unique location offers an unusual range of experiences.

See SUNY Plattsburgh For Yourself

We have made it very easy for you to visit our campus.

You can take a walking tour, speak with an admissions advisor and even speak with faculty members or students from the major in which you are interested.

All you need to do is contact the SUNY Plattsburgh Admissions Office toll-free at (888) 673-0012 to arrange your visit.

And although there is no substitute for actually visiting a campus - seeing how it really feels - you are invited to take a virtual tour of our campus.

So, What Are You Waiting For?

To apply to Plattsburgh, you'll need to submit the State University of New York's undergraduate application for admission on or before December 1 for optimal consideration.

Your credentials should include a solid college preparatory high school program and an overall average of a B or better.

To learn more about admission requirements, visit our requirements page to see what you'll need to get started.

Are you ready to Stand Out?

Carrie Woodward, Assistant Director for Freshman Admissions
Phone: (518) 564-2040
Toll-Free: (888) 673-0012
Fax: (518) 564-2045
E-mail: carrie.woodward@plattsburgh.edu

Mailing Address:

Admissions
SUNY Plattsburgh
101 Broad Street
Plattsburgh, NY 12901