Syracuse University
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$53,432
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About Syracuse University
Syracuse University enrolls roughly 23,000 students annually. The private, nonprofit school's acceptance rate is 44%, and its graduation rate is 83%. Syracuse offers more than 600 programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including nearly 70 online programs. The university's campus — based in upstate New York — features a sprawling stadium, a performing arts theater, museums and galleries, and hundreds of student organizations and clubs. Syracuse also has more than 40 research centers and institutes.
Rankings
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- #1 Ranked in Best Colleges in Syracuse
- #3 Ranked in 2022 Best Online Colleges in New York
- #5 Ranked in Best Biotechnology Programs
- #6 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Library Science Programs 2022
- #6 Ranked in Best Master's in Social Studies Teacher Education Programs
- #7 Ranked in Best Public Administration Programs
- #8 Ranked in The Best Online Bachelor's in Business Management Degree Programs
- #9 Ranked in Best Master's in Reading Teacher Education Programs
- #9 Ranked in Best Online Military-Friendly Colleges
- #9 Ranked in Best Public Relations and Image Management Programs
- #10 Ranked in Master's in Communication Degree Programs
- #10 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Data Science Programs
- #11 Ranked in Best Doctorate in Reading Teacher Education Programs
- #14 Ranked in Best Doctorate in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
69% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
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Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awards89% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
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Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
Learn more about how we determine school awards83% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Test scores Not required or recommended
High school rank Recommended
High school GPA Recommended
Completion of college prep program Recommended
High school transcript Required
Letter of recommendation Required
Open admission No
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable
SAT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards21k
Students enrolled
15%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
53%
Non-U.S. Citizen
18%
Hispanic
9%
Black
7%
Asian
6%
Unknown
3%
Two or more races
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
53%
Socio-economic diversity
13% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
2
Total Online Enrollment
3,112
Percent of Programs Online
100% On-campus
0% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates Not offered
Associate Not offered
Bachelor's Not offered
Graduate Certificate Not offered
Master's 1% online
Doctorate Not offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $53,432 | $53,432 |
| Graduate | $40,392 | $40,392 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,564 |
| On-campus room and board | $16,356 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,806 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $16,356 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,806 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,806 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $73,158 | $73,158 |
| Off-campus without family | $73,158 | $73,158 |
| Off-campus with family | $56,802 | $56,802 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
18%
State Grant Aid
10%
Institution Grant Aid
85%
Pell Grant
13%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debt after graduation
$49k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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