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Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

7777 State Route 30
Paul Smiths, NY 12970

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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 653 students (101% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.

Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 62%.

Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 653 students
Private-state tuition: $32,972
Acceptance Rate: 67%
Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
Minority enrollment: 13%
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 stayed relatively flat over five years.

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

(NY) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's

Institution Level

4 or more years

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Private, for profit

Private not-for-profit

Total Faculty

158 staff

School Calendar

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Student Body

The student population of Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science has declined by 8% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has stayed the same over five years.

The Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science diversity score of 0.24 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has declined by 11% over five years.

Total Enrollment

653 students

746 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

4:1

13:1

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# Full-Time Students

662 students

519 students

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# Part-Time Students

19 students

514 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

696 students

357 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

650 students

502 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

12 students

44 students

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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

18 students

528 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

1 students

41 students

New York All Part Time Graduation Breakdown

Total Dormitory Capacity

773 students

382 students

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% American Indian/Alaskan

n/a

% Asian

% Hispanic

23%

% Black

18%

% White

87%

38%

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% Hawaiian

n/a

% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

n/a

% Unknown races

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0.24

0.76

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

n/a

0.3518%

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

1.59%

0.3957%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$35,200

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $32,972 is more than the state average of $16,426. The private state tuition has grown by 19% over four years.

Private State Tuition Fees

$32,972

$16,426

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Tuition Notes

All applicants are automatically evaluated for our Merit-based scholarships, which means almost no student will pay full ticket price at Paul Smith\'s College!

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

99%

88%

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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

67%

74%

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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

12 sports

Sports

Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Ski Jumping, Soccer, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

23 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Disc Golf

Source: 2024 (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.

Profile last updated: 07/09/2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science's private state tuition is approximately $32,972.

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 67%, which is lower than the state average of 74%.

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

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science offers 12 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Ski Jumping, 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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