The admission process at The State University of New York at New Paltz involves several steps. Prospective students must submit an online application via the SUNY Application or Common App, along with a non-refundable fee. Required materials include high school transcripts, SAT/ACT scores (optional for some programs), a personal essay, and one letter of recommendation.
Transfer students need to provide college transcripts and may require additional documents. Deadlines vary by semester, with priority given to early submissions. Some programs have portfolio or audition requirements. Decisions are communicated via email, and accepted students must confirm enrollment by the specified deadline.