Overview
Founded in 1834 as the Geneva Medical College and later relocated to Syracuse, the institution has a storied history including graduating Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to earn a medical degree in the United States. It became part of the State University of New York system in 1950 and was renamed the Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine following a major philanthropic gift. The college is known for strong primary care training, rural and underserved medicine programs, and close ties to Upstate University Hospital, a major regional academic medical center.
At a Glance
| Type | Public Research |
| Location | Syracuse, New York |
| Founded | 1834 |
| Total students | 700 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 1:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 8% |
| Graduation rate | 96% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $44,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $67,000 |
| Room & board | $14,000 |
| Average financial aid | $35,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.70 |
| Regular deadline | December 15 |
Top Programs
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- MD/PhD
- Rural Medical Education Program
- Family Medicine
- Primary Care Track
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.