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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.

2008-09 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 $4,350 $4,350 $10,610
Student Fees 1 $1,190 $1,190 $1,190
Room and Board $9,260 $2,750 $9,260
Books and Supplies $1,110 $1,110 $1,110
Personal Expenses $1,340 $1,500 $1,340
Transportation $810 $1,500 $810
TOTAL COST $18,060 $12,400 $24,320

Community Colleges Associate Degree Programs
  InState/In District 3 Out-of-State Residents 2
Living on Campus Commuter Living on Campus
Tuition $3,290 $3,290 $6,764
Student Fees 1 $420 $420 $420
Room and Board $8,280 $2,580 $8,280
Books and Supplies $1,060 $1,060 $1,060
Personal Expenses $950 $1,000 $950
Transportation $990 $1,260 $990
TOTAL COST $14,990 $9,610 $18,464

1This figure represents the average fee. Typically fees at the State-operated campuses range from $515 to $1,868.

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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