B
Good
Score: 65/100

State University of New York at Cortland

4-Year Public
📍 Cortland, New York 13045
Outcomes
B+
78/100
Affordability
C
46/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
C+
53/100

Quick Stats

6,780
Total Enrollment
68%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
51%
Acceptance Rate
$18,474
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near State University of New York at Cortland

1% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 47 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$210,494
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,309
1-Year Change
+9.4%
For parents & investors

The State University of New York at Cortland Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $210,494
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,309/mo — vs ~$968/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 13784 (6.1% cap, Harford)

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🏆 Where State University of New York at Cortland Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Health Teacher Education
of 12 schools
#5
Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
of 21 schools
#7
Reading Teacher Education
of 59 schools
#7
Social Studies Teacher Education
of 22 schools
#10
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
of 72 schools
#15
Business/Managerial Economics
of 51 schools
#25
Elementary Education and Teaching
of 100 schools
#26
Communication, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,070 $16,980
Room $8,710
Board $7,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $28,275 $38,185

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
24%
Receive Pell Grants
65%
Take Out Loans
$18,474
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$11,272
$30,001 - $48,000$13,846
$48,001 - $75,000$18,050
$75,001 - $110,000$19,602
$110,001+$23,422

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Elementary Education and Teaching 168 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 164 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 143 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 137 grads/yr Reading Teacher Education 116 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs 98 grads/yr Business/Managerial Economics 92 grads/yr Psychology, General 88 grads/yr History, General 64 grads/yr Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 54 grads/yr Criminology 48 grads/yr Communication, General 48 grads/yr Social Studies Teacher Education 41 grads/yr General Studies 41 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 39 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 35 grads/yr Health Teacher Education 31 grads/yr Sociology, General 23 grads/yr English/Language Arts Teacher Education 21 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 19 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from State University of New York at Cortland's top programs commonly pursue.

Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary
$76k/yr 15,400 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$63k/yr 633,700 jobs
Exercise trainers and group fitness instructors
$46k/yr 370,100 jobs
Coaches and scouts
$46k/yr 306,500 jobs
Exercise physiologists
$58k/yr 23,900 jobs

Student Demographics

6,780
Total Students
56%
Women
94%
Traditional Age (18-24)
1%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 77%
Hispanic 12%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 98%
Off-Campus (Renters) 1%
With Family 1%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~47 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 67%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 94%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at State University of New York at Cortland?
State University of New York at Cortland has an acceptance rate of 51%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend State University of New York at Cortland?
Tuition at State University of New York at Cortland is $7,070 for in-state students and $16,980 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $18,474.
What is the graduation rate at State University of New York at Cortland?
The graduation rate at State University of New York at Cortland is 68%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is State University of New York at Cortland a good school?
State University of New York at Cortland has a Repit College Score of 65/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend State University of New York at Cortland?
State University of New York at Cortland has a total enrollment of 6,780 students. Most students (94%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near State University of New York at Cortland?
Yes! Approximately 1% of students at State University of New York at Cortland live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 47 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology