About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Debra Ward
Visitation Coordinator
Visitation Coordinator
Address
Office of Admissions
44 Pierrepont Av
Potsdam, NY 13676
44 Pierrepont Av
Potsdam, NY 13676
Phone
315-267-2180
Email
visit@potsdam.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Performing Arts Center
Maxcy Hall Athletic Complex
Barrington Student Union
The Art Museum at SUNY Potsdam
The Crane School of Music
SUNY Potsdam is rated No. 1 in SUNY for the campus arts environment. With 22 dining kiosks in 7 locations across campus, SUNY Potsdam is also proud to be ranked No. 1 in SUNY for its dining services. In addition to the campus amenities, SUNY Potsdam also owns Lehman Park, a beautiful green space with riverfront paddling access on the Raquette River, located just across the street.
Maxcy Hall Athletic Complex
Barrington Student Union
The Art Museum at SUNY Potsdam
The Crane School of Music
SUNY Potsdam is rated No. 1 in SUNY for the campus arts environment. With 22 dining kiosks in 7 locations across campus, SUNY Potsdam is also proud to be ranked No. 1 in SUNY for its dining services. In addition to the campus amenities, SUNY Potsdam also owns Lehman Park, a beautiful green space with riverfront paddling access on the Raquette River, located just across the street.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Adirondack Park
Historic downtown Potsdam
Close drive to Ottawa, Ontario & Montreal, Quebec
Hiking trails
Thousand Islands, NY
SUNY Potsdam is located in a historic small college town, with three other universities within a 10-mile radius. Potsdam?s location between the Adirondack Mountains and the St. Lawrence River means that campus is a short drive from numerous outdoor recreation activities, and from two major cultural centers in Canada – Ottawa and Montreal.
Historic downtown Potsdam
Close drive to Ottawa, Ontario & Montreal, Quebec
Hiking trails
Thousand Islands, NY
SUNY Potsdam is located in a historic small college town, with three other universities within a 10-mile radius. Potsdam?s location between the Adirondack Mountains and the St. Lawrence River means that campus is a short drive from numerous outdoor recreation activities, and from two major cultural centers in Canada – Ottawa and Montreal.
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: on the hour starting at 10am until 1pm
Average Length: Varies
Dates: Year-round
Times: on the hour starting at 10am until 1pm
Average Length: Varies
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Monday through Friday. Call or email
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
visit@potsdam.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
There are zipcars,shuttle bus and cabs. The Campus is served by several major and local bus lines for long distance travel. Adirondack Trailways provides regular service through the North Country and to the Albany and New York City areas. In addition, Bernie Bus Services, Inc. and Roethel Coach Lines, Inc. provide service to various towns throughout the North Country. There are several car rental agencies in the Potsdam area.
SUNY Potsdam Break Bus
Greyhound - 800-231-2222 or http://greyhound.com
Adirondack Trailways 800-776-7548 or http://www.trailwaysny.com
Birnie Bus Services, Inc. (800)776-7548
Taxi Services - Potsdam Taxi 315-268-8868
Roethel Coach Lines Inc. (315) 393-5200
Renting a Car -
Enterprise Rent-A-Car 6805 State Hwy. 56, Potsdam 265-0700 www.enterprise.com
Flight Options
Massena International Airport OR Ogdensburg Airport
Approximately 30 minutes from campus
http://www.capeair.com
Enterprise Rent-A-Car service is available from this airport
Ottawa International Airport
1 hour 45 minutes from campus
http://www.ottawa-airport.ca
Enterprise Rent-A-Car service is available from this airport
Syracuse Hancock International Airport
Approximately 2.5 from campus
http://www.syrairport.org/
Bus, Taxi and Rental Car options are available from this airport.
Driving Instructions to Campus
BY CAR:
From Interstate 81 (Western New York/Syracuse areas) Just north of Watertown from Interstate 81, take Exit 48 for Route 342 East. Travel approximately 6 miles east on Route 342 until the junction of Route 11. Turn left onto Route 11 North. Follow Route 11 North for approximately 64 miles until reaching the town of Potsdam. Once in the village, turn right onto 56 South. Route 56 turns into Pierrepont Avenue. From Pierrepont Avenue turn left onto Potsdam Drive. There is a maroon and white sign at the entrance to the college. The Admissions Office is located in Raymond Hall, the eight story building in front of you. You should park in the lot on your left.
Local Accommodations
The following are located in Potsdam:
The Hampton Inn (315)265-0100
Clarkson Inn (315)-265-3050
The Brambles Inn (315)268-0936
Potsdam Inn(315)-265-0709
Scottish Inn - (315) 265-6700
The Emerald - 212-4772
Northern Family Motel - 265-4640
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 6,423
Acceptance Rate: 64%
Average HS GPA: 87.05
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
530 - 630
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
510 - 600
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 28
Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
12:1
Total Faculty
346
with Terminal Degree
252
178
Women
168
Men
42
Minority
26
International
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
39%
Graduate in 5 years
53%
Graduate in 6 years
56%
Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Women's Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Exercise Physiology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Managerial Economics.
Labor and Industrial Relations.
Organizational Leadership.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer Science.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Biology Teacher Education.
Chemistry Teacher Education.
Curriculum and Instruction.
Drama and Dance Teacher Education.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Earth Science Teacher Education.
Educational/Instructional Technology.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
French Language Teacher Education.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Music Teacher Education.
Physics Teacher Education.
Reading Teacher Education.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Spanish Language Teacher Education.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
Creative Writing.
English Language and Literature, General.
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other.
Rhetoric and Composition.
Writing, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
French Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Community Health and Preventive Medicine.
Health and Wellness, General.
Public Health Education and Promotion.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
International/Global Studies.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Natural Sciences.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Studies.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Archeology.
Economics, General.
Geographic Information Science and Cartography.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Commercial and Advertising Art.
Dance, General.
Digital Arts.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine and Studio Arts Management.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music Management.
Music Performance, General.
Music Theory and Composition.
Music, General.
Musicology and Ethnomusicology.
Visual and Performing Arts, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Master's
Post-Master's certificate
Master's
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Renee Fleming
World renowned Grammy Award Winning Soprano
Mary Helander
Master Inventor & Research Scientist
T.C. Boyle
Award-Winning Novelist
Saad Hajidin
Senior Director, Polo Ralph Lauren
Chuck Lorre
Creator/Executive Producer
Stephen Savoia
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Photo Journalist
Jaime Szafran
Computer Science, Software Engineer,Aerospace Technologist,NASA
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
39%
Graduate in 5 years
53%
Graduate in 6 years
56%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Dec 15
Required Forms
FAFSA
State Aid
State Aid
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$8,200
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$8,301
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,229
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
79%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$30,275
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$8,822
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,340
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$2,106
Transportation for Commuters
$1,000
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
ACCES-VR, Native American Aid, TEACH
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Other
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
3,298
Foreign Countries Represented
7
Demographics
1.67%
American Indian or Alaskan Native
2.37%
Asian
12.87%
Black
15.45%
Hispanic
61.30%
Caucasian
3.32%
Unknown
60% female
40% male
4% are out of state
98% are full time
2% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
59%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
91%
Campus Environment
Village
89/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Other
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Accomodative Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Sharon House
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
A student must submit valid documentation of a disability and the need for accommodations to Accommodative Services. Documentation must be certified by an appropriate licensed professional.Documentation Required for ADHD
A student must submit valid documentation of a disability and the need for accommodations to Accommodative Services. Documentation must be certified by an appropriate licensed professional.Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
90
Number of Honor Societies
21
Number of Social Sororities
7
Number of Religious Organizations
8% join a fraternity
11% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division III
37% participate in intramural sports
9% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Bears)
10 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Bears)
11 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Diving
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
LGBT Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Clarkson University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Clarkson University
Health
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups: www.potsdam.edu/studentlife/diversity/index.cfm
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Clarkson University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Clarkson University
Sustainability
SUNY Potsdam students are reminded on Earth Day that it takes 450 years for a plastic bottle to decompose and are encouraged to plant vertical gardens on campus year round. The Potsdam Auxiliary and Educational Services, Inc. (PACES), a not-for-profit corporation that operates with SUNY Potsdam to run the dining services, campus store, and vending services, among others, is committed to the “farm-to-table” movement and, whenever possible, provides students with locally sourced food. PACES also composts fruit and vegetable scraps for use by nearby farms, eliminated plastic to-go bags, and implemented a trayless dining hall system to cut down on food waste and excess water consumption. SUNY Potsdam’s Zero-Sort recycling program encourages more students to recycle by collecting all recyclable material in one location rather than having the consumer do the sorting beforehand. This means that paper, glass, tin, aluminum, and plastics can all be deposited in the same receptacle, making it particularly helpful in a fast-paced dining hall. Around campus, students are encouraged to use Zip Car, a car-share program, instead of maintaining their own vehicle. This cuts down on carbon emissions and only costs $35 per year. In the classroom, students wanting to pursue a career in the wider field of sustainability can major in environmental studies, an interdisciplinary program that combines human and social sciences, and helps students gain an understanding of viable environmental policy and practice.
80/99
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
15%
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
No
Car Sharing Program
Yes
Carpool/Vanpool Matching Program
No
Condensed Work Week Option For Employees
No
Free Or Reduced Price Transit Passes And/Or Free Campus Shuttle
No
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
No
Indoor And Secure Bike Storage, Shower Facilities, And Lockers For Bicycle Commuters
Yes
Reduced Parking Fees For Car And Van Poolers
No
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
No
School Developed Bicycle Plan
Yes
School Offers A Telecommute Program For Employees
No
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
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