PrivateUrbanUtica University
Utica
Utica, New York 13502-4892
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
Utica University is a private institution in Utica with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1130, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.5K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $63,277 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,869.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Pioneers
History & Fun Facts
- •Syracuse University established itself as a four-year institution in 1946.
- •In 1995, it became a financially and legally independent institution, operating as Utica College without the Syracuse University affiliation.
- •The university began offering its graduate degrees in 1999 and its undergraduate degrees in 2011.
- •With the approval of the New York State Board of Regents, Utica College officially changed its name to Utica University on February 17, 2022.
- •Presidents Name Tenure Notes Winton Tolles 1946–1947 Ralph F.
Source: Wikipedia
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1130
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
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
34.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,538
Academics
Programs (64)
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
73%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
20
Peer Average
13
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 + city premium