State University of New York at Cortland Cost & Financial Aid Information

$18,304
Average Net Price
68%
Receive Aid
29%
Pell Recipients
Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at State University of New York at Cortland is $18,304 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$18,304

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$11,822
$30,001-48,000$14,605
$48,001-75,000$18,365
$75,001-110,000$19,485
$110,000+$23,382

Financial Aid

State University of New York at Cortland demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 68% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 29% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

68%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

29%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $8,815 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $18,725. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $11,215, which is 49% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $8,815

Out-of-State: $18,725

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,815
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,015

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,815
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,515

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$18,725
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$33,925

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$18,725
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$33,925

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$8,815
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$12,515

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$18,725
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$22,925

Cost Analysis

Analyze how SUNY Cortland's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, State University of New York at Cortland has increased costs by $601, representing a 3.4% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$17,703

Current Year

$18,304

Change

+$601

Affordability & Value

State University of New York at Cortland is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid68%
Pell grant recipients29%
Student-faculty ratio15:1