SUNY Empire State College

Saratoga Springs, New York

Empire State University is a public institution in Saratoga Springs, New York recognized by Abound as both a Best Online College and a Best College for Adults. With online degrees available and a large population of adult learners, the school is designed to support students returning to college while balancing work, family, and other commitments.

Overview

School Type

Website: www.sunyempire.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Online degrees:Yes
  • Career services:No
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:Yes
  • On-Campus day care:No

Demographics

Part-time students
3,672 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:3,374
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:5,665
  • Pell Grant students:2,707
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:6,372
  • Part-time students
    52%
  • Students over 25 years old
    73%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$295
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$11,065
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Online & Distance Programs

Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Education(1)
  • Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences(1)
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities(1)
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(3)
  • Physical Sciences(1)

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  • Psychology(1)
  • Homeland Security Law Enforcement Firefighting and Related Protective Service(2)
  • Public Administration and Social Service Professions(3)
  • Social Sciences(1)
  • Visual and Performing Arts(2)
  • Health Professions and Related Programs(3)
  • Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(5)
  • History(1)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:45%
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:44%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
103 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:No
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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Contact SUNY Empire State College

Contact Admissions

esc.edu/admissions

 

 

Campus Location

Two Union Avenue,
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

800-847-3000

Find ESC online

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