SUNY College at Potsdam Cost & Financial Aid Information

$15,310
Average Net Price
87%
Receive Aid
44%
Pell Recipients
Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at SUNY College at Potsdam is $15,310 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$15,310

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$10,906
$30,001-48,000$11,952
$48,001-75,000$15,552
$75,001-110,000$16,197
$110,000+$19,744

Financial Aid

SUNY College at Potsdam demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 87% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 44% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

87%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

44%

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 $8,712 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $18,622. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $11,112, which is 49% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $8,712

Out-of-State: $18,622

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,712
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,912

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,712
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,412

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$18,622
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$33,822

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$18,622
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$33,822

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$8,712
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$12,412

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$18,622
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$22,822

Cost Analysis

Analyze how SUNY-Potsdam's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, SUNY College at Potsdam has increased costs by $816, representing a 5.6% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$14,494

Current Year

$15,310

Change

+$816

Affordability & Value

SUNY College at Potsdam 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 aid87%
Pell grant recipients44%
Student-faculty ratio9:1