Cornell University and State University of New York at Oswego are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Cornell is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Ithaca, NY and SUNY Oswego is a four-year, public school located in Oswego, NY.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Cornell University | vs. | State University of New York at Oswego |
|---|---|---|
| Ithaca, New York | Location | Oswego, New York |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $69,314 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$8,825
Out-Of-State$18,735 |
| 50% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 81% |
| $63,849 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $9,900 |
| 8.76 % | Acceptance Rates | 80.55 % |
| 63.91 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 10.37 % |
| 1,540 | SAT Score | 1,180 |
| 34 | ACT Score | 26 |
| 95 % | Graduation Rate | 60 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 26 % |
| 98 % | Retention Rate | 70 % |
| 26,793 | Student Population | 6,715 |
| 1,974 | Number of Faculties | 362 |
| 9 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |