Empowering our students to discover the possibilities within themselves.
At SUNY Oswego, we’re committed to shaping your future and helping you uncover your passions, strengths, and what you’re meant to achieve. Here, there are no limits to what’s possible. Every experience adds a new chapter to your story, making everything achievable.
Our Story
For over 160 years, SUNY Oswego has been shaping stories on the shores of Lake Ontario. As a pioneering member of SUNY, our alumni, students, and faculty are leaders, innovators, and changemakers. From groundbreaking research to global contributions, Oswego’s impact reaches far beyond our campus, helping shape the world every day.
Location
Lakeside life
Oswego is more than just a college town or city. You will also benefit from being a part of the Oswego, NY community — a charming port city in Central New York. Home to our main campus and nearly 17,000 residents, you’ll find student-friendly shops and eateries, lively entertainment, events and activities, amazing water views and world-class sunsets from the Lake Ontario waterfront.
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Welcome Home
Take a break and attend a yoga class in a residence hall lounge, nourish your mind and body at our dining facilities, celebrate your successes at OzFest or simply watch a world-class sunset — or snowfall — along our mile-long shoreline on campus. Don’t worry about being late to class with all of the academic buildings just a short stroll away.
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Fast Facts
6,000
Undergraduate students
14:1
Student : Faculty
91%
Full-time faculty hold the
highest degree in their field
Outcomes
99%
Employed and/or
Continuing Education
91%
Employed in the Field of
Their Choice
93%
Employed Two Years
After Graduation
Student Life
24
NCAA Division III Varsity Sports
175+
Clubs & Organizations
1
On the Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary
50+
Nations represented in our vibrant community
Academics
360
Full-time Faculty
22
Average class size
70+
Undergraduate Majors
40+
Graduate Programs
Financials
$9M
in Scholarships and Awards
89%
of Undergraduates Secure Aid
$7,070
NY Resident Tuition
$17,320
Out-of-state Tuition
Colors: Green & Gold
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G-o L-a-k-e-r-s !
There you are, standing shoulder to shoulder with your fellow Lakers, decked out in green and gold. The roar of the crowd fills the air as you cheer on the Oswego Lakers. The intensity of the game is enough to give you goosebumps, isn’t it?
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