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Syracuse University

#42 in Best Colleges for Design in America
  • 4 Year
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3,281 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Value
      A
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      B+
    5. Athletics
      A+
    6. Party Scene
      A+
    7. Professors
      A
    8. Location
      B-
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      C+
    11. Student Life
      A+
    12. Safety
      C+
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    Syracuse is a highly rated private university located in Syracuse, New York. It is a large institution with an enrollment of 14,675 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the Syracuse acceptance rate is 47%. Popular majors include Information Science, Psychology, and Economics. Graduating 83% of students, Syracuse alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $45,900.
    syracuse.edu
    (315) 443-1870
    900 South Crouse Ave.
    Syracuse, NY 13244
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    About Syracuse University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FBS
    Athletic Conference
    Atlantic Coast Conference
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    Syracuse University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    47%
    Application Deadline
    January 1
    SAT Range
    1160-1350
    ACT Range
    25-30
    Application Fee
    $75
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Recommended
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $35,306/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $27,878/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    73%

    Academics

    Professors
    A
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    15:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    81%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.183 responses
    63%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.193 responses
    55%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.193 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Information Science
      278 Graduates
    • Psychology
      210 Graduates
    • Economics
      203 Graduates
    • Finance
      168 Graduates
    • Radio and Television
      150 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      143 Graduates
    • Communications
      126 Graduates
    • Marketing
      126 Graduates
    • Biology
      116 Graduates
    • Advertising
      114 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    14,675Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    577
    Undergrads Over 25
    1%
    Pell Grant
    15%
    Varsity Athletes
    4%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 123 responses
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    • Party hard, work hard
      53%
    • Party animal
      14%
    • Ambitious and likes to have fun.
      11%
    • Diligent
      8%
    • Friendly
      8%
    • East coaster
      4%
    • Astute
      1%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    99%
    Poll
    70%
    of students say that Greek life is pretty big.247 responses
    Poll
    62%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.283 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 128 responses
    Report
    • Orange
      28%
    • Opportunity
      22%
    • Amazing
      19%
    • Dynamic
      13%
    • Rich
      7%
    • Enlightening
      6%
    • So many things going on
      3%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $62,100/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    83%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    94%
    National
    83%
    84%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.116 responses
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    Syracuse University Reviews

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    Loved everything about Syracuse! My professors were all amazing and really cared about the success of their students. There are so many opportunities for involvement through Greek life, clubs, athletics, etc. The school spirit is also unmatched.
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    Class of 2012 graduate. Did well here (Fraternity president + Graduated with honors in dual degrees from Newhouse School of Communications and Whitman School of Business.)

    Truthfully, college today is about "credentialing and networking". Syracuse is easily one of the most "well-known" and "network friendly" private institutions in the Northeast. Fair or not, a diploma from 'Cuse certainly will open doors where degrees from lesser-known or supported institutions might not.

    As a bonus, great ACC sports teams help with national visibility and drive "school spirit" both on campus and with alumni relations when senior year comes around and it is time to find a job (and pay for loans). I'm settled in the southwest now and employers still know about Syracuse.
    I graduated from SU in 1988. I can't say enough good things about it. It has everything - a beautiful campus, excellent courses and devoted instructors, great Greek and sports life, if that is your preference, great dorms, tons of activities you can participate in. In addition, SU is a very generous school - it offers excellent financial aid for those who need it. I would HIGHLY recommend SU to you!