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Tuition and Fees

The State University of New York remains committed to providing students with the best education possible at an affordable cost. In addition, financial assistance is available to help you meet these costs.

2026-27 Typical Expenses for Undergraduate Students at a SUNY College (as of August 2026)


State-Operated Campuses Baccalaureate Degree Programs
State-operated campuses include University Centers, University Colleges and Technology Colleges.
  New York State ResidentsOut-of-State Residents 1
Living on CampusCommuterLiving on Campus
Direct Costs 2
Tuition 3 $7,070 $7,070 $17,765 4
Student Fees 5 $1,830 $1,830 $1,830
Housing and Food $17,180 $5,140 $17,180
TOTAL DIRECT COSTS $26,080 $14,040 $36,775
Indirect Costs 6
Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment $1,350 $1,350 $1,350
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses $1,840 $1,820 $1,840
Transportation $1,110 $1,980 $1,210
TOTAL INDIRECT COST $4,300 $5,150 $4,400
Community Colleges Associate Degree Programs
  In-State/In-District Out-of-State Residents 1
Living on CampusCommuterLiving on Campus
Direct Costs 2
Tuition $5,690 $5,690 $10,190 7
Student Fees 5 $1,080 $1,080 $1,080
Housing and Food $12,820 $5,560 12,820
TOTAL DIRECT COSTS $19,590 $12,330 $24,090
Indirect Costs 6
Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment $1,570 $1,570 $1,570
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses $1,450 $1,610 $1,450
Transportation $1,510 $2,130 $1,510
TOTAL INDIRECT COST $4,530 $5,310 $4,530

1

More information about residency status.

2

Direct Costs include those paid directly to the campus. Students in off-campus housing do not pay the associated cost to a campus directly.

3

Tuition rate for Excelsior Scholarship recipients pursuing baccalaureate degree programs is $7,070. After crediting the Excelsior Scholarship and certain other student financial aid awards, the net charge for tuition to these students is $0.

4

Average tuition rate for non-New York residents enrolled in a bachelor's degree program at state-operated campuses, excepting University Centers. At University Centers the average is $30,355.

5

This figure represents the average fee. Typically fees at the State-operated campuses range from $1,350 to $3,970.

6

Indirect Costs are not typically paid directly to the campus and the range of spending is based on personal choices.

7

Community colleges generally double their in-state tuition for non-residents.

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