State University of New York Fredonia 2022-2023 Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

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SUNY Fredonia is a comprehensive public liberal arts university set up in 1826. It is a constituent college of the State University of New York (SUNY). Fredonia is known to be home for the world renowned School of Music, offering more than 100 degree programs in Liberal Arts, Natural and Social Sciences, Education, Mathematics and Business.

In the fall of 2019, the university received 6,400 undergraduate applications out of which 4,400 were accepted. The University had an enrollment of 227 graduate students. SUNY Fredonia had an acceptance rate of 71%. Admission to the University is moderately selective but at the same time students admitted to the University have high grades and rank in the top half of their high school class.

To apply for admission at SUNY Fredonia, students must take note of the following points:

The University accepts applications for the Fall, Summer and Spring semesters.
Majority of programs are offered in the Fall and Spring sessions only.
The University follows a rolling admission process. Decisions are made as the applications are received and continue until all spots in the program are filled.
To hold a spot for the Fall semester, students are required to submit a deposit by May 1.
Students who meet all academic admission requirements except the English proficiency requirements can be admitted through the Pathway Admission Program. Under this program, students will be given classes in English language to improve skills and credit courses to improve scores.
The entering class of 2019 had a high school average of 90%, average SAT score of 1120 and ACT composite score of 24.
For admission in 2021, submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required.
A completed college preparatory program in high school and top rank adds value to the application.
Applicants for the School of Music and Theatre and Dance must carefully go through audition requirements. Visual Arts and New Media students must fulfill portfolio requirements.

COVID-19 Admission Updates

Due to the Covid-19, students can take classes online during the Fall 2020 semester by making a schedule with the academic advisor.
Students who are unable to receive their visa in time can take classes during Fall online and join campus in Spring i.e. from January.

Highlights

Application Portal	UG: Common Application/ SUNY Application PG: Online Application
Application Fee	UG: 50 USD PG: 75 USD
Mode of Payment	Credit card/ Mastercard/ Debit card/ Electronic Check
Acceptance Rate	71%
Average SAT score	1120
Average ACT score	24
Academic Calendar	Semester-based
Intake Seasons	Fall / Spring/ Summer
Financial Aid	Scholarships, grants, loans, work-study

SUNY Fredonia Admission Deadlines

SUNY Fredonia reviews applications for undergraduate programs on a rolling basis. International applicants are required to apply 4 months prior to the admission in order to complete with the additional documentations necessary for their admission.

The deadlines to apply for graduate programs have been mentioned in the table below:

Semester	Application Deadline
Summer/ Fall	April 1
Spring	November 1

SUNY Fredonia International Student Admissions

SUNY Fredonia accepts international student applicants for maintaining diversity and equality around the campus. The University witnesses a large number of international student enrollment and currently represents 16 countries around the world. International applicants must fulfill additional requirements to apply for admission at the University. Students can contact the Office of International Admissions for any assistance related to the admission process.

Application Portal: SUNY Application or Common Application

Application Fee: 50 USD

Basic Admission Requirements: International students must submit the following documents along with the application for admission:

Official high school transcripts
Proof of graduation
Financial Statement Form
Copy of passport
English language proficiency test scores
Additional requirements such as audition, portfolio or interview depending on the department.

English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

For direct admission to a program at SUNY Fredonia, international students must fulfill English language proficiency requirements. The minimum scores required to fulfill this requirement are given in the table below:

Test	Minimum Requirements
TOEFL	79
IELTS	6.5
SAT	480
PTE	53
C1 Advanced (Cambridge English Advanced)	176
C2 Proficiency (Cambridge English Proficiency)	180

Visa Process for International Students

International students willing to study in SUNY Fredonia must apply for an F-1 student visa. Students must apply for a visa as soon as the University issues I-20 Certificate of Eligibility. After submitting the application for visa, students must gather the following documents to appear for the interview:

Copy of Passport must be valid for six months after the admission at SUNY Fredonia.
I-20 document is required once the student has been admitted to the University.
Students are required to pay SEVIS fees of 350 USD and provide proof of payment.
Academic transcripts
English proficiency test scores
Bank Statement showcasing the funding of the education internationally

SUNY Fredonia Undergraduate Admissions

SUNY Fredonia offers a number of undergraduate majors and minors to students. The admission requirements for all programs are similar. However, some programs may have additional requirements like audition, portfolio and interviews.

Where to Apply: SUNY Application or Common Application

Application Fee: 50 USD

Admission Requirements: The following requirements must be satisfied for admission to undergraduate programs at the university:

Completed application
Official high school transcripts
SAT or ACT scores (not required for 2021)
Middle 50% profile of entering class:
- High school GPA of 86-94
- SAT score of 1040-1220
- ACT score of 21-26

SUNY Fredonia Graduate Admissions

SUNY Fredonia offers 11 graduate programs lead to Master of Science, Master of Arts, Master of Science in Education and Master of Music. The general requirements for graduate programs are similar. However, some programs may have additional entry requirements.

Where to Apply: Online Application

Application Fee: 75 USD

Admission Requirements: The following requirements must be fulfilled for admission to graduate programs:

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Transcripts from previously attended institutions. Unofficial copies will be accepted for the review process.
Resume
Statement of Intent of minimum 1 page
Two letters of recommendation
Proof of English language proficiency
Copy of Passport
Financial Statement

The entry requirements for graduate programs offered at SUNY Fredonia have been given in the table below:

Requirements	Master of Science in Education	Master of Arts	Master of Music	Master of Science
Application Fee	75 USD	75 USD	75 USD	75 USD
Transcripts	Required	Required	Required	Required
Academic Qualifications	Completed bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.	Completed bachelor’s degree in arts, science, or education.	Completed bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.	Completed bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences
Minimum GPA	3.0	3.0	2.75	3.0
GRE scores	Minimum GRE score of 272	Minimum GRE score of 272	Not required	Not required
Statement of Intent	Required	Required	Required	Required
Recommendations	Required, 2 letters	Required, 3 letters	Required, 2 letters	Required, 2 letters
Resume	Required	Required	Required	Required

Admission to SUNY Fredonia is competitive in nature. High achieving students with a balance of extracurricular records and leadership skills are likely to secure admission. The University only evaluates complete applications. Decisions are made as soon as the application is received. It is recommended that international applicants complete applicants as early as possible to receive maximum consideration and also have sufficient time to apply for a visa.