Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

Q: How much does Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science cost?

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science's tuition is approximately $30,160 for In-State students and $30,160 for Out-State students.

Q: What is the acceptance rate of Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science?

The acceptance rate of Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is 70%, which is lower than the state average of 75%.

Q: What sports does Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science offer?

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Climbing, Cross Country, Golf, Ice Hockey, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Soccer and Volleyball.

7777 State Route 30
Paul Smiths, NY 12970

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Top Ranked (2022-23): View Rankings

Tel: (518) 327-6000

www.paulsmiths.edu

SAVE SCHOOL

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Photo #1 - Culinary: This campus takes great pride in the world of culinary and baking. We have an on-campus bakery and restaurant that serves up delicious gourmet meals.

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Photo #2 - An overview of Paul Smith's College's Campus is gorgeous and a good way to showcase how lucky we are to be located on Lower St. Regis in the middle of the Adirondack State Park in Upstate, N.Y.

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Photo #3 - Our stagecoach proudly situated in front of our gorgeous Joan Weill Adirondack Library as we honor the heritage of our college.

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Photo #4 - Foresty Department:Our experiential learning is sure to assist our forestry department in bettering their skills and having real-life experience for the next stage of life. Here you see them using a log-loader to enhance their skills in the field.

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Photo #5 - Environment & Society: This department provides real-life experience and degrees to students that are interested in the world around them. Check out our recreation students exploring some mountains right in our "backyard".

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Photo #6 - Business & Hospitality: Business and Hospitality is a staple here at Paul Smith's College as the area was previously a hotel prior to becoming a college.

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Photo #7 - Natural Sciences: The joy of our location is proven daily in our Natural Science Department. Many labs and classes are able to study right outside the doors of our academic buildings. We are surrounded by a living, learning, and working environment that is often used for studying and labs in all areas of this department.

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Photo #8 - The Paul Smith's College Visitor's Interpretative Center is right around the corner from our campus. A gorgeous place to visit all year-round.

The Paul Smith's College community provides an experiential educational environment that encourages students to be actively engaged in their own learning experience by fostering creative, ethical and intellectual growth.

School Highlights

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science serves 716 students (98% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 11:1.

Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 61%.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Enrollment: 716 students
In-state tuition: $30,160
Out-state tuition: $30,160
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
Minority enrollment: 15%
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 31% over five years.

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

(NY) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields

Institution Level

Less than 2 yrs

At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

158 staff

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science has declined by 19% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.

The Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science diversity score of 0.27 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Total Enrollment

716 students

1,437 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

5:1

11:1

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# Full-Time Students

703 students

858 students

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# Part-Time Students

13 students

579 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

954 students

366 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

703 students

858 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

12 students

21 students

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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

n/a

679 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

n/a

36 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

n/a

355 students

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% American Indian/Alaskan

n/a

% Asian

% Hispanic

24%

% Black

19%

% White

85%

39%

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% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

n/a

% Unknown races

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Diversity Score

0.27

0.74

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

n/a

4.29%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

1.59%

1.55%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$35,200

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $30,160 is more than the state average of $6,737. The in-state tuition has grown by 11% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $30,160 is more than the state average of $10,873. The out-state tuition has grown by 11% over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$30,160

$6,737

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$30,160

$10,873

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

100%

91%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$22,751

$13,841

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$8,250

$5,500

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Acceptance Rate

70%

75%

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SAT Reading

480

476

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SAT Math

480

495

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SAT Writing

445

485

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ACT Composite

ACT English

ACT Math

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Basketball, Bowling, Climbing, Cross Country, Golf, Ice Hockey, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Soccer, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

21 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
Adventure Sports Club, Anime and Gaming Club, Bass Fishing Club, Beekeeping Club, Cheerleading Club, Culinary Club, DECA, FFA Club, Fish and Game Club, Forestry Club, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Lady Bobcats Rugby, Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT), Osgood Pond Club, PSC Pride, PSC Snowcats, Rugby (Men's), Society of American Foresters (SAF), Veterans Club, Wildlife Society

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Disc Golf

Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

Paul Smith's College is set in the Adirondacks of Northern New York amid awe-inspiring mountains, sparkling lakes and lush forests. The main campus of the 14,200 acre property is on the shores of Lower St. Regis Lake, providing a safe, comfortable and invigorating environment to obtain baccalaureate or associate degrees. Students may choose from a variety of four-and two- year degree programs. Bachelor's programs include Biology, Business, Culinary Arts and Service Management, Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences, Forestry, Hotel, Resort and Tourism Management, Natural Resources, and Recreation, Adventure Travel and Ecotourism (RATE). Alternatively, careers also start with Associate degrees in programs such as Business, Culinary Arts, Forest Recreation or Forest Technician, Liberal Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Outdoor Recreation, Surveying, or Urban Tree Management. Our small class sizes allow each student to realize his or her potential. The 14-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio means teachers, mentors, and advisors are always close at hand to listen and encourage individual growth. And, although our community is small, our scope extends far beyond the Adirondacks. Paul Smith's College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science cost?

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science's tuition is approximately $30,160 for In-State students and $30,160 for Out-State students.

What is the acceptance rate of Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science?

The acceptance rate of Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is 70%, which is lower than the state average of 75%.

What sports does Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science offer?

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Climbing, Cross Country, Golf, Ice Hockey, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science's ranking?

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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