by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a SUNY Geneseo degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how SUNY Geneseo measures up.
SUNY Geneseo is ranked #1,509 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within New York, it ranks #66 of 216 for value.
These SUNY Geneseo majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Medical Anthropology | #4 of 11 |
| Elementary Special Education | #17 of 29 |
| Special Education | #17 of 29 |
| Biophysics | #18 of 47 |
| Teacher Education | #25 of 39 |
| French Language Teacher Education | #31 of 61 |
| International Relations | #36 of 115 |
| Neurosciences | #38 of 174 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | #40 of 179 |
| Biology | #40 of 179 |
Below is the detailed SUNY Geneseo value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
SUNY College at Geneseo is ranked #39 out of #236 in New York for quality and #66 out of #216 for New York value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the SUNY Geneseo financial aid page to be sure.
SUNY College at Geneseo is ranked #1,509 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
SUNY College at Geneseo is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SUNY Geneseo costs about $19,997. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $79,986 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $27,609 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $18,211 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,997 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $79,986 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about SUNY Geneseo net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a SUNY Geneseo degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $110,436 | — | — |
| All Students | $79,986 | #1,509 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $72,844 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $110,436 | — | — |
| All Students | $79,986 | #66 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $72,844 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at SUNY Geneseo shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $9,369 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,591 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,180 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,850 |
| Over $110K | $23,488 |
About 81% of SUNY Geneseo undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,880 per year. Get more details on the SUNY Geneseo financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average SUNY Geneseo cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.