C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100

SUNY Polytechnic Institute

4-Year Public
📍 Utica, New York 13502
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
C+
57/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Quick Stats

2,704
Total Enrollment
59%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
78%
Acceptance Rate
$14,646
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near SUNY Polytechnic Institute

5% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 124 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$212,030
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,527
1-Year Change
+9.5%
For parents & investors

The SUNY Polytechnic Institute Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $212,030
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,527/mo — vs ~$995/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 13502 (5.6% cap, Utica)

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🏆 Where SUNY Polytechnic Institute Ranks

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

🥉
Science/Technology Management
of 4 schools
#21
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing
of 37 schools
#22
Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
of 36 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,070 $18,720
Room $8,958
Board $5,792
Total Cost (On-Campus) $26,928 $38,578

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
37%
Receive Pell Grants
49%
Take Out Loans
$14,646
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,119
$30,001 - $48,000$10,829
$48,001 - $75,000$15,013
$75,001 - $110,000$15,898
$110,001+$19,666

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Computer and Information Sciences, General 113 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 76 grads/yr Accounting 51 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 49 grads/yr Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 35 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 34 grads/yr Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing 31 grads/yr Science/Technology Management 28 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 25 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 24 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 23 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 23 grads/yr Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians 22 grads/yr Civil Engineering, General 22 grads/yr Psychology, General 21 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 20 grads/yr Computer Science 18 grads/yr Finance, General 15 grads/yr Medical Informatics 15 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from SUNY Polytechnic Institute's top programs commonly pursue.

Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Computer occupations, all other
$109k/yr 472,000 jobs
Database administrators
$105k/yr 78,000 jobs
Computer systems analysts
$104k/yr 521,100 jobs
Software quality assurance analysts and testers
$103k/yr 201,700 jobs

Student Demographics

2,704
Total Students
43%
Women
79%
Traditional Age (18-24)
5%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 63%
Hispanic 9%
Black 9%
Asian 8%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 71%
Off-Campus (Renters) 5%
With Family 24%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~124 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 34%
Hybrid (Some Online) 33%
Fully Online 34%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 79%
25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at SUNY Polytechnic Institute?
SUNY Polytechnic Institute has an acceptance rate of 78%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend SUNY Polytechnic Institute?
Tuition at SUNY Polytechnic Institute is $7,070 for in-state students and $18,720 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,646.
What is the graduation rate at SUNY Polytechnic Institute?
The graduation rate at SUNY Polytechnic Institute is 59%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is SUNY Polytechnic Institute a good school?
SUNY Polytechnic Institute has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend SUNY Polytechnic Institute?
SUNY Polytechnic Institute has a total enrollment of 2,704 students. Most students (79%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near SUNY Polytechnic Institute?
Yes! Approximately 5% of students at SUNY Polytechnic Institute live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 124 students who need rental housing near campus.

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