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Tuition and Fees

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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.

2009-10 Typical Expenses for
Undergraduate Students at a SUNY College

State-Operated Campuses Baccalaureate Degree Programs
  New York State Residents Out-of-State Residents 2
Living on Campus Commuter Living on Campus
Tuition $4,970 $4,970 $12,870
Student Fees 1 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200
Room and Board $9,780 $3,150 $9,780
Books and Supplies $1,140 $1,140 $1,140
Personal Expenses $1,270 $1,370 $1,270
Transportation $890 $1,690 $890
TOTAL COST $19,250 $13,520 $27,150

Community Colleges Associate Degree Programs
  InState/In District 3 Out-of-State Residents 2
Living on Campus Commuter Living on Campus
Tuition $3,410 $3,410 $7,130
Student Fees 1 $430 $430 $430
Room and Board $8,370 $2,980 $8,370
Books and Supplies $1,140 $1,140 $1,140
Personal Expenses $930 $1,080 $930
Transportation $1,100 $1,490 $1,110
TOTAL COST $15,390 $10,530 $19,110

1This figure represents the average fee. Typically fees at the State-operated campuses range from $397 to $1,715.

2More information about residency status.

3Community colleges generally double their in-state tuition for non-residents.

State-operated campuses include University Centers, University Colleges and Technology Colleges.

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