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State University of New York College at Oneonta SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT Range1100 to 1260
ACT Range24 to 28
Average GPA3.48
Acceptance Rate69.6%

SUNY Oneonta’s admit rate is approachable, so your strategy should be to show clear academic strength rather than just aim for admission. Since SAT submissions are much more common than ACT here, a score near or above 1260 can be a useful signal, especially alongside a GPA around 3.48 or higher.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

State University of New York College at Oneonta facts and stats

Quick Facts

State University of New York College at Oneonta enrolls 4,681 undergraduates in a small-town campus setting. SUNY Oneonta has a 75% freshman retention rate, which is above the national average of roughly 70%, and its 6-year graduation rate is 70%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 15:1.

Location

Oneonta, NY

Undergrad Enrollment4,681
Freshman Retention75%
SettingSmall town
Student to Faculty Ratio15:1
Graduation Rate70%
Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key State University of New York College at Oneonta application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

Early Action

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

March 15

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit scores to test-optional SUNY Oneonta, aim to take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes, and choose your last fall test based on the application deadline so scores arrive in time.

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What you'll actually pay

SUNY Oneonta’s in-state tuition is $7,070, while out-of-state tuition is $18,020. About 61% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $4,250. Submit the FAFSA by the March 15 priority deadline for financial aid consideration.

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In-State Tuition$7,070
Out-of-State Tuition$18,020
Room and Board$16,284
Average Merit Award$4,250
Application Fee$50
Students on Aid61%
Average Aid Package$18,750
Average Debt at Grad$28,047

Out-of-state tuition at SUNY Oneonta is $18,020, compared with $7,070 in-state, and room and board is $16,284. About 61% of students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $18,750. Merit awards average $4,250, which can help reduce the billed cost for eligible students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $28,047.

Student life at State University of New York College at Oneonta

Activities and Organizations
Student newspaper
Drama and theater
Radio station
Marching band
Choral groups
Musical theater
Housing

50% of undergrads live on campus

Freshman housing: Guaranteed

Coed
Greek life

Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.

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