Public, 4-year or above
450 Faculty Members | 9:01 student faculty ratio
Not applicable
SUNY at Purchase College
735 Anderson Hill Rd, Purchase, New York 10577
See on Map(914) 251-6000
Founded on the principle that artists and scholars are indispensable to each other and to an enlightened society, Purchase College combines professional conservatory programs in the visual and performing arts and distinguished programs in the liberal arts. Purchase celebrates creativity and diversity in a climate of intellectual and artistic freedom. The College seeks and supports students of exceptional talent and aptitude for apprentice relationships with artists, performers, scientists and scholars making significant contributions in their fields. Purchase students acquire the intellectual skills, general knowledge and cultural appreciation that build the foundation for a productive career and meaningful life. Personal and intellectual confidence is developed through a substantive creative endeavor, performance or independent scholarly research that culminates the Purchase academic experience. The College's programs and environment promote responsible engagement in a complex and dynamic society. As a public institution, Purchase College promotes lifelong learning for students of all ages, backgrounds and incomes and extends the arts to the larger community through exhibitions and performances at our Neuberger Museum of Art and Performing Arts Center. As an educational institution, cultural and artistic center, community resource and gateway to opportunity, Purchase is committed to enriching the lives of the public it serves.
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$8,953Out of state
$18,863In state
$13,193Out of state
$24,983Type of aid | % of students receiving aid | Average amount |
---|---|---|
Federal grants | 36.0% | $6,665 |
State/local grants | 52.0% | $3,937 |
Institutional grants | 75.0% | $2,970 |
Loans | 40.0% | $5,849 |
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High school transcript
RequiredHigh school GPA
RequiredRecommendation letter
Not applicableAdmissions test
(SAT or ACT)
TOEFL
(international students)
Completion of college
prep program
Demonstration of
competencies
Half of the freshman class scored within these ranges. 25% scored lower and 25% scored higher. 2020 data.
Half of the freshman class scored within these ranges. 25% scored lower and 25% scored higher. 2020 data.
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