To be eligible for undergraduate admission at SUNY New Paltz, applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent (like a GED). Competitive candidates typically complete 16-18 academic units, including English, math, science, social studies, and foreign language. A minimum GPA of 2.5–3.0 is recommended, though some programs may require higher standards.
Transfer students need 24+ college credits with a 2.5+ GPA; fewer credits require high school transcript submission. International students must demonstrate English proficiency via TOEFL (80+) or IELTS (6.5+). Graduate programs have department-specific criteria, often including a bachelor’s degree, letters of recommendation, and standardized test scores.
