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  2. Value
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  3. Diversity
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  4. Campus
    B+
  5. Athletics
    A+
  6. Party Scene
    A+
  7. Professors
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  8. Location
    B-
  9. Dorms
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  10. Campus Food
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  11. Student Life
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  12. Safety
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Syracuse University is ...
Private not-for-profit
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Atlantic Coast Conference
Address
900 South Crouse Ave.
Syracuse, NY 13244
Website
syr.edu

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
52%
Application Deadline
—
SAT Range
1090-1290
ACT Range
25-29
Application Fee
$75
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Recommended
Early Decision/Early Action
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Cost

Net Price
$31,823/ 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
    $17,662/ year
  • $30-48k
    $19,670/ year
  • $49-75k
    $25,109/ year
  • $76-110k
    $28,579/ year
  • $110k+
    $42,875/ year

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.180 responses
54%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.180 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Psychology
    223 Graduates
  • Information Studies
    208 Graduates
  • Finance
    196 Graduates
  • Economics
    177 Graduates
  • Journalism
    164 Graduates
  • Political Science and Government
    159 Graduates
  • Marketing
    156 Graduates
  • Accounting
    140 Graduates
  • Radio, Television, and Digital Communication
    135 Graduates
  • International Relations and National Security Studies
    134 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
14,607Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
2%
Pell Grant
20%
Varsity Athletes
4%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 110 responses
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  • Party hard, work hard
    53%
  • Party animal
    15%
  • Ambitious and likes to have fun.
    9%
  • Diligent
    9%
  • Friendly
    8%
  • East coaster
    5%
  • Astute
    1%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
98%
Poll
69%
of students say that Greek life is pretty big.234 responses
Poll
62%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.270 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 115 responses
Report
  • Orange
    27%
  • Opportunity
    23%
  • Amazing
    19%
  • Dynamic
    14%
  • Rich
    7%
  • Enlightening
    6%
  • So many things going on
    3%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$58,400/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
82%
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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My first year at Syracuse was amazing! Being an engineering student I was afraid that I wouldn't have time for anything else but studying. But I learned to manage my team and balance volunteering, working off campus, Greek life and a club sport with my major. Teachers are always there to help you, and so are your peers, which is what makes Syracuse so great! Plus you can get involved in so many different things you've never tried before, and meet all kinds of new people.
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Syracuse University is its own entity when it comes to college life. Although it may not seem you aren't far from home physically, but Marshall street and just the general stores around you make it so you feel independent enough. I'm definitely not a party person, but there are a plethora of events happening around campus and you won't have to travel far to get to them. If you're worried about being left out, there are tons of organizations in Syracuse and if there are over 25,000 students on campus, there is a place for everyone. As far as education goes, as a computer engineering major, it is a pretty decent program. The professors articulate their office hours every so often to remind the students that they are there to help you excel in your academics. However, I'd like to see more on communication and flexibility to problem solving in lectures rather than the lessons being straight out of a textbook.
The Syracuse vision matches my own; preparing leaders for participation in a changing global society is extremely appealing. I aspire to be an agent of change in this world, and desire my undergraduate institution to support me in this endeavor. I value the opportunity to study abroad, as well as the emphasis of being involved in a culture of innovation and discovery. The most exciting connection between Syracuse and myself is that student/faculty collaboration, especially in research, is supported. This would enhance my ability to fulfill a desire to be published as an undergraduate. Involvement with the Syracuse community, where I can share my ideas and beliefs comfortably, is a major plus.