SUNY College at Geneseo - BigFuture College Search

Overview

Type
4-year • Public
Campus Life
Medium • Rural
Average Per Year After Aid
$19K
SAT Range
1210–1340
Graduation Rate
72%

SUNY College at Geneseo is a medium, 4-year, public liberal arts college. This coed college is located in a large town in a rural setting and is primarily a residential campus. It offers bachelor's and master's degrees. This college has an acceptance rate of 66% and a graduation rate of 72%.

From the Institution

Founded in 1871, SUNY Geneseo is New York's distinguished public Honors College, nationally acclaimed for its academic rigor, exceptional value, and enduring commitment to the liberal arts. Geneseo offers a transformative educational experience rooted in close faculty mentorship, a collaborative student culture, and a tradition of excellence that extends far beyond graduation. Alumni of Geneseo are leaders and innovators across disciplines, reflecting the college's deep investment in intellectual growth and applied learning. Set on 220 scenic acres in the historic Village of Geneseo, the campus blends classic Northeastern collegiate charm-brick walkways, towering shade trees, and ivy-covered buildings-with state-of-the-art facilities. Among its academic highlights is a campus-based particle accelerator, which provides students with rare opportunities to engage in advanced scientific research alongside faculty. Across disciplines, students are active contributors to original scholarship, creative work, and community-based projects. Geneseo's signature GLOBE curriculum (Geneseo Learning Outcomes for Baccalaureate Education) ensures that every student graduates with a strong foundation in critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and global awareness. Emphasizing applied learning, GLOBE prepares students to connect classroom knowledge with real-world challenges through internships, research, service, and leadership experiences. Located just a short drive from Rochester and Buffalo, Geneseo offers both a peaceful academic setting and access to vibrant cultural and professional networks. The college proudly welcomes students from diverse backgrounds, including military-connected families, and fosters a community where curiosity, integrity, and purpose thrive. SUNY Geneseo continues to shape the next generation of scholars and changemakers-individuals prepared not only to succeed, but to lead with insight and impact.

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College Board Code

2540

Application Types Accepted

Common Application
Other

Fee Waiver Info

Application fee waivers not offered.

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Contact Information

Important Dates

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March 1

Regular Application Due

August 15

Financial Aid Application Due

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