State University of New York College at Plattsburgh

SUNY Plattsburgh is home to a vibrant community of renowned teachers and nationally recognized scholars, dedicated to engaging students and helping them to succeed.

Since its founding in 1889 as a teaching college, SUNY Plattsburgh has had a strong history of meeting regional and statewide needs for higher education. It is also a major driver of the economic and cultural well-being of the community.

Since the State University of New York College at Plattsburgh opened its doors as a normal school for the training of teachers in 1889, the faculty and staff have dedicated themselves to providing a strong educational foundation for our students.

From the close interaction with faculty members to the facilities on campus, students at Plattsburgh have many invaluable resources available to them. Internships, work experiences and study abroad programs offer students exciting opportunities throughout their college careers. We strive to provide all our students with an educational experience that will lead to rewarding and successful careers.

Our motto, 'A Proud Past, A Strong Future,' is as appropriate today as it was 25 years ago. Alumni have graduated from Plattsburgh and become successful in their careers and standouts in their communities.

Set in one of the world's most spectacular regions - the Champlain Valley - SUNY Plattsburgh's campus environment contributes substantially to student and faculty well being. Many colleges tout a faculty who work closely with students. At SUNY Plattsburgh, that claim is more than mere hype.

Here great teaching is the norm, and the greatest teachers interact closely with their students, whom they make every bit as much of a priority as the exceptional academic scholarship for which many are nationally recognized.

The State University of New York College at Plattsburgh prepares a diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students for a wide range of professional pursuits, responsible citizenship, and ethical life based on a strong foundation in the liberal arts. The college is a selective public institution offering an affordable yet high-quality education.

SUNY Plattsburgh supports students in the discovery and cultivation of collaborative leadership in their chosen careers and communities. We challenge students to think, learn, and excel through both close interactions with an outstanding faculty and staff and participation in rewarding experiential learning opportunities. We are committed to academic excellence, ethical values and practice, lifelong learning, and responsible citizenship in a sustainable global community.

SUNY Plattsburgh contributes to the cultural enrichment and economic development of the Northeastern New York region. Academic programs, recreational activities, and community involvement and services embrace our distinctive location - near Lake Champlain, the Adirondack Mountains, and Canada.

We will be the public comprehensive college of choice by transforming lives through teaching, learning, research, and service. Each one of Plattsburgh’s 60+ majors comes with a promise — you will be given the tools to go farther.

Leading professors, experiential learning opportunities, alumni networking connections … are all available to help you succeed. Start here and then imagine what you will accomplish.

From professors who are leaders in their field, to hands-on learning through undergraduate research, study abroad, internships and more – SUNY Plattsburgh will jump-start your career. Situated in one of the world's most beautiful regions - on Lake Champlain near the Adirondacks - Plattsburgh is the ideal location for anything outdoors. And, when it's time to explore, we're close to interesting places like Montreal, Lake Placid and Burlington, VT.

Named one of U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges", SUNY Plattsburgh is deeply committed to academic excellence. Our 1,100 freshmen choose from 60+ high-quality, affordable degree programs. Campus activities abound in a residential, seven-day-a-week atmosphere. Live and learn within a safe and vibrant campus situated in one of New York's most scenic locations.

SUNY Plattsburgh enrolls over 500 transfer students annually and is committed to making the transfer process easy. We have a friendly credit-transfer policy, and we'll pre-register you into your major courses before orientation. Additionally, our branch campus in Queensbury offers students in the greater Glens Falls/Saratoga region the convenience of a high-quality education in their own backyard.

Graduate study programs at SUNY Plattsburgh will strengthen your knowledge, character, and leadership skills as you work to broaden your professional abilities and achieve your career objectives. Study and work side by side with dedicated faculty to enhance your credentials and explore the unique career opportunities available to you.

Our diverse college community attracts international students from more than 70 countries. We invite you to discover the opportunities for hands-on learning alongside top-notch faculty, generous scholarship packages available to you as an international student, and caring staff who will guide you on every step of your journey here at SUNY Plattsburgh.

Set in one of the world's most spectacular regions - the Champlain Valley - SUNY Plattsburgh's campus environment contributes substantially to student and faculty well-being. Here - in the small city of Plattsburgh, NY - you are never far from mountains, rivers, and lakes. The College is also just an hour's drive from exciting destinations such as the cosmopolitan city of Montreal, Canada, the Olympic Village of Lake Placid, and Burlington, Vermont.