Founded in 1835, SUNY College at Brockport is a four-year liberal arts college situated in Brockport, NY near Rochester. The school offers around 50 undergraduate programs, as well as graduate courses that include degrees, post-graduate certificates, and graduate certificate programs. They also have an extensive ROTC program and a study-abroad program.
At the Brockport campus, there are many student organizations and clubs to choose from. Greek life is also active in the school. Aside from several on-campus activities, the local area provides countless opportunities for outdoor entertainment.
The College at Brockport Acceptance Rate
SUNY Brockport is considered generally accessible as it admits 55% of applicants. Students may send their application to the school either through the SUNY website or with the Common Application. Prospective students are required to submit their high school transcripts, letters of recommendation, and SAT or ACT scores when applying.
Admitted Students Profile
SUNY College at Brockport has a total of 8,313 students. Out of that number, 7,180 students are enrolled in undergraduate programs and 1,133 students are in graduate programs. According to gender, there are 3,456 male and 4,857 female students pursuing higher education on the campus.
Compared to similar colleges, SUNY Brockport has fewer students in larger programs. There are 11,635 students on average in the Public Master’s College and University. The school has online courses as well with 346 students exclusively enrolled and 1,167 enrolled in select programs.
Tuition Figures
Based on the latest figures, the undergraduate tuition and fees of SUNY College at Brockport are $8,412 for in-state students and $18,192 for out-of-state students. For the graduate students in New York, the tuition is $12,024 and $23,584 for others.
67.41% of enrolled undergraduate students or 4,840 students have received scholarships or grants as financial aid that has an average amount of $7,092. After getting financial aid, the net price for SUNY College at Brockport is $17,516 for in-state students and $27,296 for out-of-state students. This amount covers not only tuition and fees but also books, supplies, and living costs.
Location
Situated along the Erie Canal, the Village of Brockport is a picturesque town that is home to approximately 8,100 residents. The campus is located between two major metropolitan cities and it’s within commuting distance of Buffalo. It’s also just a 25-minute drive to Rochester.
Close to Rochester is home to many shops, restaurants, museums, and galleries. Toronto, Buffalo, and Niagara Falls are all just a few hours of drive away from the campus–making it a convenient place for students.
Academics
SUNY College at Brockport offers 50 undergraduate programs, a wide range of graduate programs, several post-graduate certificates, and graduate certificate programs. Due to its size, it can offer all of the amenities a large university has while still being small enough to offer fellowship, small class sizes and the ability to learn in an environment that works well for intimate study.
Besides the standard undergraduate degree programs, SUNY Brockport also offers pre-professional programs like pre-law and pre-med for students who want to pursue careers in dentistry, medicine, and veterinary medicine. There are countless graduate programs and one of them, the Social Work master’s program, is part of the Greater Rochester Collaborative Program.
Additionally, SUNY College at Brockport offers an extensive study-abroad program that offers nearly 100 different programs in many countries including Ireland, Antarctica, Australia, Chile, Russia, the Bahamas, England, and China. Those are only a few examples of nations that students can travel to as part of their study abroad program.
Student Life
Brockport has a small Greek life composed of both fraternities and sororities. Every organization does many events each semester and raises funding for many different causes. Some of the most notable student organizations in the school include Brockport Weekly, Brockport Student Government (BSG), Delta College Student Association, The Stylus, and WBSU 89.1 The Point.
Athletics
The Brockport Golden Eagles are made up of 23 teams representing The College at Brockport, the State University of New York in intercollegiate athletics. This includes men and women’s basketball, cross country, lacrosse, soccer, swimming & diving, and track and field.
Men’s sports include baseball, football, ice hockey, and wrestling. Women’s sports include field hockey, gymnastics, volleyball, tennis, and softball. The Golden Eagles compete in the NCAA Division III and are members of the State University of New York Athletic Conference for most sports, except for the football team, which competes in the Empire 8 Conference.
Notable Alums
Since its foundation in the 1830s, SUNY Brockport has produced many renowned individuals in different fields. Most of them have pursued successful careers in politics, business, entertainment, broadcasting, literature, technology, and so on. The following are a few of Brockport’s most well-known alumni:
- John Faso, (B.A. Political Science and History, 1974) Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, from New York’s 19th district
- Joseph Griffo, (B.A. Political Science, 1978) New York State Senator, former mayor of Rome, NY, and former county executive of Oneida County, New York
- James Howard Kunstler, author, and social critic
- Gene Spafford (B.A. Mathematics and Computer Science, 1979), computer scientist
- Dave Trembley (B.A. Physical Education, 1973, M.A.), former manager of the Baltimore Orioles
- Stan Van Gundy (B.A. English/B.S. Physical Education, 1981), head coach and president of the NBA’s Detroit Pistons
- Joe Torres (B.S. Communications) news anchor WABC-TV
- William Fichtner (B.A. Criminal Justice, 1978), actor, well known for his roles in Prison Break and The Dark Knight
- Oliver North, later attended the United States Naval Academy, known for Iran-Contra Affair
- Yendi Phillipps, Jamaican TV Host, model, and beauty queen
- Ryan Nobles, CNN Correspondent
