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Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a large, private institution located in Syracuse, ny. Founded in 1870, Syracuse University offers undergraduate degrees in 281 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 15,071 undergraduates
cost $60,135 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Syracuse University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 51.8%
SAT score average 1359
ACT score average 29
Average high school GPA 3.8
Application fee $85
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Key deadlines

June
30
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November
15
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Syracuse University is known for one of its top majors: Computer and Information Sciences, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 15:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
15 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Computer Science and Information Technology
Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Public Policy and Administration
Law and Legal Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities

Popular majors

Computer and Information Sciences, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Psychology, General
Finance and Financial Management Services
Economics
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Information Science/Studies

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $60,135
Additional expenses
Room & board $17,170
Books & supplies $1,690
Other expenses $1,952
Cost of attendance* $80,947
Average financial aid package $52,820
Estimated cost $28,127 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $60,135
Additional expenses
Room & board $17,170
Books & supplies $1,690
Other expenses $1,952
Cost of attendance* $80,947
Average financial aid package $52,820
Estimated cost $28,127 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Syracuse University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 15,071, with gender binary students split 46% male and 54% female.

Total enrollment

22,948

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
38%
African American %
5%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
5%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
41%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Syracuse University, students love their Student Association, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 900 South Crouse Ave., Syracuse, NY 13244
phone 315-443-1870
address https://www.syracuse.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student association

University union

Citrus tv

African student association

Ottothon

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Syracuse University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Syracuse University?

Syracuse University is located in Syracuse, ny.

What is the acceptance rate at Syracuse University? 

The acceptance rate for Syracuse University is 52%.

What’s the average GPA for Syracuse University?

The average high school GPA for Syracuse University students was 3.8.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Syracuse University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Syracuse University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $323,788.

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