Syracuse University
Private college · Syracuse, NY · 15,477 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
46%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1270–1440
ACT (middle 50%)
29–32
Average net price
$43,336
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$87,852
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
81%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Syracuse University?
Syracuse University accepts about 46 of every 100 applicants (46%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1270 and 1440 on the SAT. A score at or above 1440 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1270, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 29–32.
The latest federal data says Syracuse University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Syracuse University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Syracuse University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $87,852 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $43,336 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $68,429 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$68,429
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$68,429
- Room & board$19,756
- Total cost of attendance$87,852
- Average net price after grants$43,336
Popular majors
Social Sciences, Communications, Business, Visual & Performing Arts, Psychology.
Syracuse University FAQ
- What is Syracuse University's acceptance rate?
- 46% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Syracuse University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1270–1440. Aim for 1440 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Syracuse University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 29–32.
- Is Syracuse University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Syracuse University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Syracuse University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Syracuse University cost?
- About $87,852 a year before aid; $43,336 on average after grants.
- What is Syracuse University's FAFSA school code?
- 002882. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Syracuse University receives your information.
- What is Syracuse University's graduation rate?
- 81% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Syracuse University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maria College of AlbanyAlbany, NY | 44% | — | $20,375 | 38% |
| CUNY Bernard M Baruch CollegeNew York, NY | 48% | 1100–1400 | $657 | 70% |
| Union CollegeSchenectady, NY | 44% | 1310–1480 | $28,128 | 81% |
| Stony Brook UniversityStony Brook, NY | 49% | 1330–1500 | $18,902 | 77% |
| Manhattan School of MusicNew York, NY | 41% | — | $55,613 | 77% |
| University of RochesterRochester, NY | 40% | 1410–1540 | $34,347 | 83% |