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Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is a small, private institution located in Paul Smiths, ny. Founded in 1937, Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science offers undergraduate degrees in 30 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics N/A
undergraduates 668 undergraduates
cost $32,048 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 84.9%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 2.8
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is known for one of its top majors: Natural Resources Management and Policy. Their student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
13 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Other
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Business and Management
Engineering and Technology
Social Sciences and Psychology
Military and Protective Services

Popular majors

Natural Resources Management and Policy
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
Forestry
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Hospitality Administration/Management

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $32,048
Additional expenses
Room & board $15,546
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,500
Cost of attendance* $51,094
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $51,094 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $32,048
Additional expenses
Room & board $15,546
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,500
Cost of attendance* $51,094
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $51,094 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science has a total undergraduate enrollment of 668, with gender binary students split 64% male and 36% female.

Total enrollment

668

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
81%
African American %
5%
Hispanic American %
1%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
2%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
1%
Unknown %
9%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science, students love their Forestry Club. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 7777 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY 12970-0265
phone 518-327-6049
address https://www.paulsmiths.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Forestry club

Junior american culinary

Wildlife society

Fish and game club

Koinonia

clubs
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Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science?

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is located in Paul Smiths, ny.

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

The acceptance rate for Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science is 85%.

What’s the average GPA for Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science?

The average high school GPA for Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science students was 2.8.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $204,376.

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