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Overview of SUNY College at Oswego

Mission Statement

Our mission is to contribute to the common good by lighting the path to wisdom and empowering women and men to pursue meaningful lives as productive, responsible citizens.

Quick Facts

8,297 students

48% admitted

$5,270 tuition/year

  • 7,394 full time
  • 903 part time
  • 3,524 men full time
  • 3,870 women full time
  • 9,743 applied
  • 4,707 admitted
  • 1,347 enrolled
  • $14,320 out of state
  • $1,240 fees
  • $12,310 room & board
  • $800 books

At a Glance

Institution Type: Public
Campus Setting: Town, distant from an urban area
Highest Degree Offered: Master's
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Semester
School Mascot: Lakers
School Colors: Hunter green and golden yellow
8,297 Students
Non-Degree Undergrads Graduates
Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Desiree from Bronx, NY
  • 0
  • “SUNY Oswego is extremely far away from home, but I know that I definitely made the right choice. People here are extremely friendly, you just have to get to know…”

  • Mar-21-2012 » Read More
  • Nicole from Oswego, NY
  • 0
  • “Oswego State has an awesome view of the lake. The professors are very knowledgeable. If you want to make friends here and be successful, then you will be.…”

  • Oct-07-2012 » Read More
  • Brooke from Pulaski, NY
  • 0
  • “I have had a great experience so far. The professors for the most part are helpful and flexible. The work is difficult but being committed to success plays a big…”

  • Mar-22-2012 » Read More
  • Justin from Oswego, NY
  • 0
  • “SUNY Oswego is a beautiful, diverse and quality college. You can expect a difficult time but you'll learn more than you thought you would.…”

  • Mar-23-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 4
  • Jennifer from Rome, NY
  • Nov-15-2011 I am a current student here

    There's never a dull moment when living on campus. With so many people around and so much to do, it is easy to keep yourself entertained. At the same time it's also easy to have time to yourself in dorm rooms or in the library.

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  • 5
  • Ashley
  • Jul-11-2011 I am a current student here

    I absolutely love it here at Oz. The students are friendly, the faculty members are very committed to giving you their best, and the campus is just beautiful. Watching the sun set over the lake is a useful stress reliever. It's the best view at any New York college, I can guarantee that.

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  • 5
  • Matthew from Pattersonville, NY
  • Jun-27-2011 I am a current student here

    I love it at Oswego, granted it receives a lot of snow and there is usually a constant breeze. One major benefit is that it is right on the shores of Lake Ontario and has amazingly beautiful sunsets! There are also plenty of amazing family-run restaurants near campus, that are delicious!

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  • 1
  • Jay from Oswego, NY
  • Jun-24-2011 I am a past student here

    NO. The college has been going down hill for years. The school has been relaxing it requirement to get in, making more money from students. As a result I saw an increase in people failing out, drinking more and violence. Yes Oswego is getting more violent. The school has been trying to kick out the frats for years. As a result more things have gone underground. Harder drugs, more drinking and more fighting.

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