Save the Date for our Fall 2025 Open House!

Open House will provide information about academic programs, internship opportunities, student services, admission, financial aid, residence life, athletics and recreation, and much more.

Schedule a Fall Visit

Experiencing our campus in person is the best way to learn about all SUNY New Paltz has to offer. Student Ambassadors can answer your questions from a current student’s perspective.

The SUNY New Paltz Family Network

The SUNY New Paltz Family Network is the Official Source of Information for Supporters of New Paltz Students. Get access to important campus news and deadlines, and personalized newsletters.

DO WE HAVE YOUR MAJOR?

Our goal is for students to gain knowledge, skills, and confidence to contribute as productive members of their communities and professions and active citizens in a democratic nation and a global society.

Schools & Programs

In just five years, students can satisfy the requirements for both a bachelor degree in business and an MBA! Please visit the Undergraduate Catalog for more information.

Education

School of Education undergraduates enjoy an 85.8% pass rate on the highly rigorous performance-based edTPA certification exams.

Fine & Performing Arts

Nationally accredited programs in art education, art history, art studio, music, and theatre arts are taught by dedicated faculty who bring decades of experience in creative work, performance, and independent scholarship in the classroom.

Liberal Arts & Sciences

The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences provides most of the general education curriculum for all students. We prepare LA&S majors for an array of careers, as well as graduate and professional education.

Science & Engineering

The School of Science & Engineering prides itself in offering opportunities for hands-on undergraduate research, supported by the kinds of modern research facilities found at large univervisities.

New Paltz News

Minds @ Work: Class of 2025 shows capstone projects & creative work

The first Friday of May is one of the best days to be on campus - see it all here 

More than 200 classes available, online and in person 

New Paltz students built their own marketing agency. Here’s how it works.

Marketing students are providing thoughtful and affordable consultation services to New York businesses 

Our Rankings

Top 50 Affordable Colleges With a High ROI
Nationwide. Improving the Lives & Futures of our Students
Hardest New York Colleges to get into
Best Schools under $25,000
In Best College Values

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Scholars' Mentorship Program

SMP is a multicultural program, founded by the Black Studies Department, that addresses the educational disparities of the historically underrepresented students of SUNY New Paltz. SMP develops a community of scholars and leaders who celebrate academic achievement, whilst becoming culturally competent, to develop an inclusive campus.

Advancing Completion Through Engagment (ACE)

SUNY’s Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE) is a comprehensive academic support program designed to help students complete their academic journey to a bachelor’s degree within two years (transfer) or four years (freshmen).

 
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Office of Veteran & Military Services

It is our privilege to support and guide military service members, veterans, and dependents during their higher education journey. We are committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of all our students.

Honors Program

The Honors Program experience will seek to develop and intensify skills from a conceptual point of view in a diverse multidisciplinary analytical environment that nurtures independent thinking, creativity, respect and social responsibility.

 

Upcoming Events

Nov 7

Registration is now open for this two-month program for primary and secondary school students, with creative workshops taught by advanced students in Art Education.

Nov 11

A mental health table event in collaboration with the Student Health Service and the Psychological Counseling Center.

Nov 14

Now in its 9th year, Design Week offers an exciting mix of lectures, workshops, and special events.

Nov 15

Students, alumni, and Hudson Valley-based designers will share their current work in a rapid presentation format.