SUNY Old Westbury

Old Westbury, NY · Public · 4-year

SUNY Old Westbury has a 84.6% acceptance rate. SUNY Old Westbury is a public 4-year institution in Old Westbury, NY, with a median SAT of 1165. The average net price is $11,282 per year after financial aid, and it is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Source: IPEDS & College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education). Data updated April 2026.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate

84.6%

6,511 applicants

SAT Median

1165

Combined score

ACT Median

N/A

Composite score

Avg Net Price

$11,282

After financial aid

SAT & ACT Scores at SUNY Old Westbury

Middle-50% test scores of admitted students at SUNY Old Westbury (25th to 75th percentile), per federal IPEDS data:

Test25th percentileMedian75th percentile
SAT (total, 400–1600)1165

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate

0.5%

Retention Rate

71.8%

Median Earnings (10yr)

N/A

Student Body

4,162

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at SUNY Old Westbury:

Family IncomeAvg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000$6,645
$30,001 – $48,000$9,114
$48,001 – $75,000$13,852
$75,001 – $110,000$15,712
$110,000+$20,426

Top Majors at SUNY Old Westbury

MajorDegrees Awarded
Business, Management & Marketing184
Social Sciences124
Education111
Psychology110
Biological & Biomedical Sciences70
Health Professions56
Communication & Journalism42
Liberal Arts & General Studies34
History34
English Language & Literature32

Financial Aid at SUNY Old Westbury

About SUNY Old Westbury

Official website: https://www.oldwestbury.edu/

Admissions: https://www.oldwestbury.edu/admissions/

Frequently Asked Questions About SUNY Old Westbury

What is the acceptance rate at SUNY Old Westbury?

SUNY Old Westbury has an acceptance rate of 85%. it received about 6,511 applications in a recent year; admitted students have a median SAT near 1165; the average net price is $11,282 per year. Admit Coach estimates your personal odds of admission to SUNY Old Westbury for free using your GPA and test scores.

How hard is it to get into SUNY Old Westbury?

Getting into SUNY Old Westbury is accessible for most qualified applicants — it admits 85% of applicants. Admitted students typically have a median SAT around 1165. Your odds depend on how your GPA and scores compare to admitted students. Admit Coach calculates your specific chance at SUNY Old Westbury for free and labels it a reach, target, or safety school.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for SUNY Old Westbury?

Admitted students at SUNY Old Westbury typically have a median SAT around 1165. With a 85% acceptance rate, competitive applicants usually score at or above these medians. SUNY Old Westbury is located in Old Westbury, NY. Enter your scores in Admit Coach to see whether you land in the reach, target, or safety range.

How much does it cost to attend SUNY Old Westbury?

The average net price at SUNY Old Westbury is $11,282 per year after grants and scholarships. about 84% of students receive financial aid; the average grant or scholarship is $9,516 per year. Net price varies by family income — Admit Coach shows the estimate for your specific income bracket.

What is the graduation rate at SUNY Old Westbury?

SUNY Old Westbury has a graduation rate of 0%. its first-year retention rate is 72%. These federal outcome metrics let you compare SUNY Old Westbury against similar colleges on Admit Coach.

Is SUNY Old Westbury test-optional?

For the 2025–26 cycle, SUNY Old Westbury is test-optional, meaning you can choose whether to submit SAT or ACT scores. Students who do submit scores typically have a median SAT near 1165. With a 85% acceptance rate, a strong overall application matters most. Admit Coach factors SUNY Old Westbury's testing policy into your free admission-chance estimate.

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