Colleges in New York

Here at Cappex, we ♥ NY, and we think you will too. The state of New York is home to 251 colleges and universities! 81 of these are public, and 166 are private. There are also 36 community colleges in New York. New York colleges come in all shapes and sizes; small New York colleges have less than 2000 students, medium-sized New York colleges have 2000 to 5000 students, large New York colleges have 5000 to 10,000 students, and New York colleges with greater than 10,000 students are defined as very large. A number of these colleges also have religious affiliations, and some offer online degrees. Each New York college is unique, with strengths ranging from academics to extracurriculars to athletics. So take a look at our extensive list of Empire State colleges, and get ready to fall in love.

When it comes to colleges in the state of New York, there is definitely quite a bit of variety. One of the most important things to do before applying to schools is to think about the type of educational setting you want to be in for the next four years. For example, if you love math, science or technology, if you’re a computer geek or a future engineer, or if you just have a thing for the color orange, you should consider applying to the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). Located in picturesque Rochester, New York, far from the hustle and bustle of New York City, RIT provides a nurturing and cutting-edge educational experience in a beautiful New England setting. Andrew H., a freshman at RIT says of his New York experience, “New York is a great place to go to school, the diversity, people, and yes, even the weather, are all things that make it fantastic. The people here are all very nice, you can go out for a bike ride and almost everyone you see will say "Hi" to you. It makes it easy to make new friends and find a good group of people to hang out with.”

On the other hand, if you’re more of an arts, humanities and sciences person, consider Vassar College, one of the nation’s most prestigious liberal arts schools. Vassar is known for its open-minded and accepting environment, its breathtaking Hudson Valley campus, and its top-notch professors and classes. Notable alumni include actress Lisa Kudrow, who plays the role of the character Phoebe in the hit TV show Friends.

Beyond that, there’s Columbia University, Cornell University, Colgate University, Davis College, New York University, and many, many more. We have all kinds of information about New York colleges compiled to help you choose the New York college that’s right for you. We have also listed the scholarships and grants offered by each school to help you pay for your New York education. So before you dive into the application process, take a few moments to browse our extensive list of New York colleges and universities, and let Cappex help you find your fit.