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SUNY Geneseo

#445 in Best Colleges in America
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Geneseo, NY
  • 897 reviews
B+
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Academics
    B+
  2. Value
    A
  3. Diversity
    B+
  4. Campus
    B-
  5. Athletics
    B-
  6. Party Scene
    B+
  7. Professors
    B
  8. Location
    C+
  9. Dorms
    B-
  10. Campus Food
    B
  11. Student Life
    B
  12. Safety
    B-
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SUNY Geneseo is an above-average public college located in Geneseo, New York. It is a mid-size institution with an enrollment of 5,452 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the SUNY Geneseo acceptance rate is 72%. Popular majors include Psychology, Biology, and Business. Graduating 77% of students, SUNY Geneseo alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $35,700.
About SUNY Geneseo...
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (without football)
Athletic Conference
State University of New York Athletic Conference
Address
1 College Circle
Geneseo, NY 14454
Website
geneseo.edu

SUNY Geneseo Rankings

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Admissions

Acceptance Rate
72%
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
SAT Range
1120-1300
ACT Range
24-29
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
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Cost

Net Price
$16,958/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $10,599/ year
  • $30-48k
    $14,514/ year
  • $49-75k
    $19,135/ year
  • $76-110k
    $21,618/ year
  • $110k+
    $22,426/ year
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Academics

Professors
B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
19:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
89%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.54 responses
33%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.64 responses
30%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.63 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Psychology
    191 Graduates
  • Biology
    123 Graduates
  • Business
    110 Graduates
  • Communications
    89 Graduates
  • English
    75 Graduates
  • Accounting
    73 Graduates
  • Special Education and Teaching
    61 Graduates
  • Sociology
    56 Graduates
  • International Relations
    55 Graduates
  • Mathematics
    55 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
5,452Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
1%
Pell Grant
23%
Varsity Athletes
8%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 44 responses
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  • Academically Competitive
    34%
  • Motivated
    32%
  • Stressed
    16%
  • Happy but Busy
    7%
  • Boring and from some rural area
    5%
  • Fun
    5%
  • horrific
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
48%
of students say that Greek life is pretty big.69 responses
Poll
67%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.86 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 42 responses
Report
  • Outstanding
    43%
  • Worthwhile
    31%
  • Endurable
    7%
  • Whatever
    7%
  • Home away from home
    5%
  • Isolating
    5%
  • Absolutely terrible
    2%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$46,700/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
77%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%
64%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.39 responses
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It has taken me a while to get comfortable on Geneseo's campus as the college lacks in diversity and the undetectable welcoming environment. I like academic challenge of Geneseo, and that is about it! If you are not on a sports team or in a Greek cult, it is difficult to find a circle of friends. It also does not help that Geneseo is very cliquey. I made vows to leave almost every semester, and somehow I am going into my second year. If you can look past the repetitive food in the dining halls and like to be challenged , then Geneseo is the place for you!
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SUNY Geneseo is a wonderful university! The other students and campus staff are extremely welcoming and friendly. Although courses are rather challenging, you know that you'll come out a better student and individual in the end. Geneseo is a place that is about so much more than just an education but about preparing you for what life after graduation might be like.
I went to SUNY Geneseo for 2 years 2014-2016. Graduated with my Bachelor's Degree. SUNY Geneseo is a beautiful campus with potential for many students that come to learn. It is nicely laid out and the classrooms are not too tight. There are some lecture halls on part of the campus and normal classrooms on other parts of the campus. The price of the classes are fairly decent, but could be a little friendlier. The food at the school is really good, but it costs a bit of money. The library is wonderful with 3 floors. Downstairs and upstairs have designated silent spots for studying and reading. It is a beautiful campus