Overview
SUNY Polytechnic Institute was formed in 2014 through the merger of the SUNY Institute of Technology in Utica and the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering in Albany, tracing roots back to 1966. The institution has built a distinctive reputation around nanotechnology and semiconductor research, benefiting from significant state investment in high-tech manufacturing partnerships with companies like IBM and GlobalFoundries. It is best known for producing graduates in engineering technology, computer science, and nanoscale science who enter New York's growing tech and semiconductor corridor.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Utica/Albany, New York |
| Founded | 1966 |
| Total students | 2,700 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 15:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 75% |
| Graduation rate | 55% |
| Average starting salary | $62,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $9,800 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,400 |
| Room & board | $14,500 |
| Average financial aid | $12,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 80% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1000-1200 |
| ACT range | 20-26 |
| Average GPA | 3.30 |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- Nanoscale Engineering
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity
- Electrical Engineering Technology
- Business Analytics
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.