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New York's Public Honors College

»Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· is a premier public liberal arts honors college in Upstate New York, a short drive from Rochester and Buffalo.

Answers to your questions

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How much does »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· cost?
 

The estimated cost of attending »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· as an undergraduate New York State resident is $24,961 a year. This includes tuition, fees, housing, and meals.

Cost Breakdown

Item Cost
Tuition $7,070
Fees $1,929
Room Rent $9,702
Meal Plan* $6,260
Total Costs $24,961

* Based on the Knight500 meal plan for students living on campus. Commuter meal plans are available for off-campus students.

Your actual costs may vary depending on your living arrangements, meal plan and course load.

See our cost & financial aid overview for more info.


Can I get scholarships or financial aid?
 

Yes. Scholarships, grants, and/or financial aid are available to attend »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ·.

Free tuition: If you're a NY State resident, you may be able to attend »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· tuition-free through the Excelsior Scholarship program.

Merit scholarships: Every student is automatically considered for scholarships. Last year we awarded $3.4 million and we’ve increased that funding this year.

Grants and aid: Federal, NY State and SUNY grants are available and awarded based on financial need.

For more info, see our cost & financial aid overview.


What is there to do at »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ·?
 

A lot.

There are more than 180 student organizations and dozens of official and club sports groups.

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There are music and theatre groups, volunteer programs and skill-building workshops.

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There are also opportunities to get involved with things like research projects or sustainability or social justice initiatives.

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In addition, events on campus happen constantly.

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There are movies, concerts, guest speakers, holiday celebrations, residence community activities, and just about every type of event you can imagine.

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If you're a fan of the outdoors, you can be at Letchworth State Park or Conesus Lake in 10 minutes and on a ski slope in about 25 minutes.

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See our campus life page for more info.


What are the residence halls like?
 

»Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· has a variety of rooms, suites, and townhouses to choose from.

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They are arranged in mini communities, each with their own vibe and activities.

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You can choose to live near students who share the same class year, major, or special interest if you want.

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See our housing options for more info.


How big are classes?
 

Classes at »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· are generally small. On average, there are 24 students per class.

That means closer interaction with professors, a better learning environment, and the chance to make important career connections.

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»Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· students also have the unique opportunity to participate in undergraduate research. Recent projects include a NASA mission to Mars, finding new ways to and exploring the relationship between socialization and happiness.

What's after »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ·?

Our honors college curriculum prepares students for success in a wide array of career paths and graduate studies. 

Have more questions? Visit our admissions FAQ, find your admissions counselor, or get in touch by phone or email.

SAT and ACT not required

Did you know that »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· doesn't require SAT or ACT scores to apply? See our test optional FAQ for more information.

Check out the campus

In-person tours are available most days of the week, and you're always welcome to drop in for a visit.

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Why choose »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ·?

Reputation

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"One of the nation's best institutions for undergraduate education," according to the Princeton Review College Guide.

Value

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Tuition and fees at private colleges are four times those of »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· on average. $42,162 a year compared with $8,966 a year (both numbers exclude room and board).

Excellence

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Consistently recognized for excellence in teaching, »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· was named #1 Best Undergraduate Teaching in the North by U.S. News.

Community

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»Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· is a community that's committed to caring for and about each other, which includes sustainability and the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Quick facts

»Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· has 3,902 undergraduate students and 64 graduate students. The student body is 16% multicultural. See more facts.

»Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· is a 2024 Princeton Best Review College, attracting students searching for a "quality education at an affordable price."

»Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· is one of the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges, according to .

22.1% of students at »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· are the first in their family to attend college.

»Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· is one of only 293 four-year colleges in the U.S. to have a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the oldest and most prestigious honor society in the nation.

»Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· is ranked #1 out of 600+ master's universities in the U.S. for contributions to the public good by .

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