COVID-19 Safety Information First-year applicants Home Admissions Undergraduate Freshmen Applicants First-year requirements SUNY Cortland welcomes a first-year class of approximately 1,200 students annually. We seek to identify well-rounded applicants who show the potential to succeed in a rigorous academic environment and the desire to become active participants in the campus community. All applicants are reviewed individually based on the academic requirements of their school system. Preference is given to applicants who have completed the recommended years or units of coursework in the following areas: History- 4 English- 4 Mathematics- 3-4 Science- 3-4 Foreign Language- 3-4 Average GPA: 90.3 Average SAT/1600: 1140 Average ACT: 24 Note: SUNY Cortland is test-optional for prospective students who apply for the Spring and Fall 2022 semesters, meaning standardized test scores are not required in the admissions process. MORE INFORMATION ABOUT REQUIREMENTS Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) The Educational Opportunity Program at SUNY Cortland offers college access, financial assistance and research-proven support to students who have strong potential but might otherwise be excluded from higher education due to circumstances of academic underpreparation and economic disadvantage. To be considered for EOP, students can complete the SUNY Application or the Common Application. Students must also complete the EOP Financial Information Form on the SUNY website and forward all specified financial documents by March 1 for priority consideration. Transfer students must complete the EOP Transfer Verification Form. For more information on EOP, visit suny.edu. Important links College Catalog AP, IB, College Course Equivalencies, CLEP Net Price Calculator The Net Price Calculator (NPC) is intended to help prospective first-time, full-time degree seeking students and their families estimate the "net price" of attending SUNY Cortland. Toggle page navigation Apply now Contact us Undergraduate Admissions SUNY Cortland P.O. Box 2000 Cortland, NY 13045 Phone: 607-753-4711 Fax: 607-753-5998 Hours: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Explore Campus Safety Outdoor Education and Off-Campus Locations Employment Campus Store Library News Events Visit Maps/Directions Admissions Visits Virtual Tour Contact P.O. Box 2000 Cortland, NY 13045 607-753-2011 Contact Us Website Accessibility Feedback