by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a SUNY Potsdam degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how SUNY Potsdam measures up.
SUNY Potsdam is ranked #1,314 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within New York, it ranks #56 of 216 for value.
These SUNY Potsdam majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Music Management | #7 of 27 |
| Earth Science Teacher Education | #10 of 39 |
| Arts & Media Management | #11 of 46 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #11 of 46 |
| Music History | #15 of 49 |
| Teacher Education | #26 of 124 |
| Biology Education | #33 of 160 |
| Social Studies Education | #35 of 160 |
| Public Health | #37 of 92 |
| Mathematics Education | #53 of 249 |
Read the full SUNY Potsdam value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
SUNY College at Potsdam is ranked #134 out of #236 in New York for quality and #56 out of #216 for New York value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the SUNY Potsdam financial aid page to be sure.
SUNY College at Potsdam is ranked #1,314 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, SUNY College at Potsdam is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SUNY Potsdam costs about $15,201. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $60,803 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $24,887 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $13,624 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,201 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $60,803 |
*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 Potsdam net price and the factors that affect it.
What SUNY Potsdam costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a SUNY Potsdam 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 | $99,548 | — | — |
| All Students | $60,803 | #1,314 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $54,496 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $99,548 | — | — |
| All Students | $60,803 | #56 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $54,496 | — | — |
*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 Potsdam shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $8,948 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,590 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,617 |
| $75K–$110K | $16,141 |
| Over $110K | $19,966 |
About 86% of SUNY Potsdam undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,953 per year. Get more details on the SUNY Potsdam financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average SUNY Potsdam 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.