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SUNY Oneonta

Oneonta, New York · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$49,723

Acceptance Rate

70%

Graduation Rate

72%

Annual Tuition

$8,812

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of SUNY Oneonta earn a median of $60,386 ten years after entry — 12% above the national median. Acceptance rate 70.2%, average SAT score 1230, in-state tuition $8,812.

At a Glance

Total Students

4,820

Retention Rate

78%

Faculty Ratio

14

Financial Aid

56%

Median Debt

$19,812

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,230

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

570–660

SAT Math (middle 50%)

550–650

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

25–30

Institution Overview

SUNY Oneonta is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 70.2% and a student body of 4,820. The retention rate is 78%, and the graduation rate is 72.3%. The median debt for students is $19,812, and 56% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at SUNY Oneonta is $8,812. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $33,955. Five years after graduation, the median earnings increase to $49,723, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $60,386.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$34k

1 YEAR

$50k

5 YEARS

$60k

10 YEARS

Top 34% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, SUNY Oneonta alumni earn a median salary of $33,955. Five years post-graduation, median earnings increase to $49,723, and after ten years, the median salary is $60,386. The median debt for SUNY Oneonta graduates is $19,812.

SUNY Oneonta has a 70.2% acceptance rate and a 72.3% graduation rate. The retention rate is 78%. The in-state tuition is $8,812, and 56% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 186 / yr
Median Salary $27,973

Business/Managerial Economics

Graduates 172 / yr
Median Salary $41,859

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 163 / yr
Median Salary $55,882

Psychology, General

Graduates 162 / yr
Median Salary $32,845

Biology, General

Graduates 113 / yr
Median Salary $32,738

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 113 / yr
Median Salary $30,410

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 92 / yr
Median Salary $32,043

Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management

Graduates 59 / yr
Median Salary $28,449

Visual and Performing Arts, General

Graduates 42 / yr
Median Salary $19,135

Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services

Graduates 40 / yr
Median Salary $36,143

Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services

Graduates 37 / yr
Median Salary $54,421

Sociology

Graduates 35 / yr
Median Salary $33,072

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 34 / yr
Median Salary $36,119

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $27,593

Educational/Instructional Media Design

Graduates 26 / yr
Median Salary $69,962

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $63,674

Museology/Museum Studies

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $40,063

History

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $36,625

Political Science and Government

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $32,295

International Relations and National Security Studies

Graduates 18 / yr
Median Salary $31,455

Geography and Cartography

Graduates 17 / yr
Median Salary $38,784

Mathematics

Graduates 15 / yr
Median Salary $31,916

Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $18,740

Anthropology

Graduates 13 / yr
Median Salary $32,493

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Campus Location

Oneonta, New York

Oneonta, NY 13820-4015

SUNY Oneonta is located in Oneonta, New York. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

SUNY Oneonta has an acceptance rate of 70.2%.