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Tuition and Fees

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.

2023-24 Typical Expenses for Undergraduate Students at a SUNY College (as of August 2023)


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 $17,280 4
Student Fees 5 $1,760 $1,760 $1,760
Room and Board $15,710 $4,680 $15,710
TOTAL DIRECT COSTS $24,540 $13,510 $34,750
Indirect Costs 6
Books and Supplies $1,270 $1,270 $1,270
Personal Expenses $1,660 $1,740 $1,660
Transportation $1,020 $1,720 $1,120
TOTAL INDIRECT COST $3,950 $4,730 $4,050
Community Colleges Associate Degree Programs
  In-State/In-District Out-of-State Residents 1
Living on CampusCommuterLiving on Campus
Direct Costs 2
Tuition $5,290 $5,290 $9,500 7
Student Fees 5 $930 $930 $930
Room and Board $12,100 $4,380 $12,100
TOTAL DIRECT COSTS $18,320 $10,600 $22,530
Indirect Costs 6
Books and Supplies $1,480 $1,480 $1,480
Personal Expenses $1,260 $1,320 $1,260
Transportation $1,210 $1,820 $1,310
TOTAL INDIRECT COST $3,950 $4,620 $4,050

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

Tuition rates 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 $26,385.

5

This figure represents the average fee. Typically fees at the State-operated campuses range from $1,390 to $3,490.

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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