
Syracuse, NY
Moderately Selective
Graduation
Syracuse University is a private, non-profit four-year institution located in Syracuse, New York. With an enrollment of approximately 15,245 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. The university admits 42% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The graduation rate stands at a strong 82%. Graduates earn a median salary of $79,164 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $41,026 per year.
Acceptance Rate
42%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
82%
Enrollment
15,245
Total students
Median Earnings
$79,164
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$63,061
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$63,061
Per year
Average Net Price
$41,026
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
28 – 32
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
SAT Math
25th
630
Median
660
75th
720
ACT Composite
25th
28
Median
30
75th
32
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$164,104
10-Year Earnings
$791,640
ROI Multiple
4.8×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Graduation Rate
Above national average
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students