Purchase College, State University of New York

If you are applying to SUNY Purchase, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is July 1 and the fee for the application is $50.

Students who apply to SUNY Purchase for fall should hear back from SUNY Purchase by September 1.

SUNY Purchase Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of SUNY Purchase's admissions stats.

SUNY Purchase 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	12%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	2%
Waitlist	No

Purchase College, State University of New York Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Purchase College, State University of New York.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 15	January 1

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Want to Apply Early to SUNY Purchase?

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SUNY Purchase does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. SUNY Purchase will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 1.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Purchase College, State University of New York Admissions

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Transferring to Purchase College, State University of New York

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to SUNY Purchase

SUNY Purchase has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does SUNY Purchase Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at SUNY Purchase

What does SUNY Purchase consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with SUNY Purchase for more information on admission factors.

SUNY Purchase Application Requirements

To apply to SUNY Purchase, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with SUNY Purchase's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview			√
Other Requirements			√	audition, portfolio
Letter(s) of Recommendation			1
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	3.0
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into SUNY Purchase?

Students admitted to SUNY Purchase have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

SUNY Purchase considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

SUNY Purchase is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 12% of SUNY Purchase's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 2% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for SUNY Purchase?

To be competitive with other SUNY Purchase applicants, you should aim to score between 1150 and 1320 (or higher!) on the SAT. At SUNY Purchase 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1320 and 25% of scored lower than 1150, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of SUNY Purchase students scored 650 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of SUNY Purchase students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for SUNY Purchase?

To be most competitive at SUNY Purchase, you should strive to earn between 25.63 and 31.38 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31.38 means you fall in the 75th percentile for SUNY Purchase's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31.38, and three out of four students scored lower than 31.38 on the ACT.

A 25.63 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for SUNY Purchase students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.63.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Purchase College, State University of New York

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to SUNY Purchase. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in SUNY Purchase during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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SUNY Purchase Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to SUNY Purchase?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to SUNY Purchase.

Does SUNY Purchase accept transfer credits?

✅ SUNY Purchase accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. SUNY Purchase accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does SUNY Purchase accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ SUNY Purchase does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to SUNY Purchase?

❌ No, SUNY Purchase is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to send your standardized test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is SUNY Purchase's acceptance rate?

✅ SUNY Purchase's acceptance rate is 75%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at SUNY Purchase?

❌ SUNY Purchase does not offer early decision.

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