SUNY College at Geneseo
SUNY Geneseo
Geneseo, New York 14454-1465
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes — known for psychology
SUNY College at Geneseo is a public institution in Geneseo with particular strength in psychology and business. With an average SAT of 1296, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.9K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
72% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $67,316 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,021.
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Varsity Sports — Knights
History & Fun Facts
- •1904 The initial predecessor to SUNY Geneseo opened in 1867 as the "Wadsworth Normal and Training School" through an act of the New York State Legislature.
- •In 1962, the school adopted its current name, "State University of New York College at Geneseo".
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1296
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
51.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
1.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,836
Academics
Programs (42)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
84%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
26
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NY state average