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Total Enrollment 915
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 14 : 1

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

http://www.paulsmiths.edu
State Routes 30 and 86, Paul Smiths, New York 12970-0265
(518) 327-6000

Whether your passion is forestry or the culinary arts, hospitality or biology, natural resources or business, for over 60 years Paul Smith's has provided the experience to launch your life. And while our range of two- and four-year degrees is diverse, everything we teach is based on the same principle: That actually doing is a critical part of learning. With immediate access to not just the natural wonders of the Adirondack Park but also the bustling resort community of Lake Placid at your doorstep, you'll get up-close and personal with your chosen field in a safe, world-class setting. Our 15-to-1 ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, primarily associate's, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered One but less than two years certificate
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Campus Setting Rural: Distant
Disability Services Student 7%
 
School Costs

At Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science, 97.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 97.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $15,840), and 83% receive loans ($5,759 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $8,350.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is $24,954 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 561 people applied to Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science. Of the applicants, 74.0% were admitted (80.0% male & 64.0% female ) and 67.0% accepted (68.0% male and 65.0% female)

Percent of In-State Undergrads     65.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     65.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     10.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     23.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     43.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline March 31st
Admissions Office Phone (800) 421-2604
Admissions Office Email admissions@paulsmiths.edu
Admissions Office Address Paul Smith's College Sporck Admissions Building P.O. Box 265, Rt. 30 & 86 Paul Smiths, NY 12970-0265
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.paulsmiths.edu/future/transfer.php
Admissions Website http://www.paulsmiths.edu/future (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.paulsmiths.edu/aiv/apply.php
Application Fee $30

In order to be accepted to Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 420
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 540
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 430
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 520
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 390
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 500
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 17
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 24
ACT English (25th Percentile) 14
ACT English (75th Percentile) 22
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 17
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 24
 
Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 6
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 6
Conservation Biology 0
Ecology 0
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 15 22
Business Administration and Management, General 0
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 6
Hospitality Administration/Management, General 15 16
Engineering technologies/technicians 21
Engineering-Related Technologies, Other
Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology 0
Surveying Technology/Surveying 21
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 3 1
General Studies 2
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 1
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1
Natural resources and conservation 16 63
Environmental Science 12
Environmental Studies 0
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management 1 6
Forest Management/Forest Resources Management 5
Forest Resources Production and Management 6
Forest Sciences and Biology 0
Forest Technology/Technician 7
Forestry, Other 0 12
Land Use Planning and Management/Development 1
Natural Resources Management and Policy 9
Urban Forestry 7
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management 13
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 4 7
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies 4 7
Personal and culinary services 59 37
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef 7
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General 9
Culinary Arts/Chef Training 43 37
 
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