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State University of New York College at Geneseo

Founded: 1867 Total Students: 4,893+

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Overview

Founded in 1871, Geneseo is a premier public liberal arts college. Nationally recognized for excellence and value in the liberal arts, Geneseo is known for its exceptional faculty, its welcoming atmosphere, and its reputation for producing successful alumni.

Located on 220 acres in the historic Village of Geneseo, and a short drive from Rochester and Buffalo, Geneseo offers a warm environment for learning and discovery. The campus embodies the classic aesthetic of Northeastern colleges with brick walkways, shade trees, and ivy-draped buildings. 54% of graduates completed internships. 3,846 internships available through Geneseo's Dept. of Career Development. 41% of graduating seniors undertook a research project

Geneseo ranks number one in the nation for four-year graduation rates among comprehensive colleges and is tied for highest freshman retention rate out of any public college or university in New York.

Programs Offered in State University of New York College at Geneseo

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Highlights

90.7% of faculty hold a PhD or other terminal degree
1:18 faculty to student ratio
23 median class size
Six-year Graduation Rate of 78.13% (National average: 59.5%)
First-year Retention Rate of 85.0% (National average: 75.5%)
#3 Top Public Schools for regional universities North
#4 Best Undergraduate Teaching
#13 Top School among regional public and private institutions, North
#115 among public and private colleges
#4 among 614 master's universities in the nation for contributions to the public good

Students Life

TOTAL STUDENTS

4,893

Cost Per Year*

AVERAGE COST OF LIVING

CAD 13,000

Average Tuition Fee Per Year*

UNDERGRADUATE

CAD 18,000 - CAD 19,000

GRADUATE

CAD 24,000 - CAD 25,000

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

English Score Requirement

MINIMUM IELTS SCORE

UNDERGRADUATE

6.5

GRADUATE

6.5

MINIMUM TOEFL IBT

UNDERGRADUATE

GRADUATE

Note: Language proficiency requirements can vary on program basis.

Admission Requirements

The following requirements must be fulfilled to get admitted to the SUNY Geneseo

International students are considered on a case-by-case basis. There can be some additional requirements, depending on the program you are applying to.
Students are required to submit their original transcripts from their last attended academic institutions. If they are not in English, then submit the translated copies of the same along with the originals.
Financial support statement (original bank statement and sponsor letter).
Passport identification page with machine readable code visible
Applicants must be 18 years old at the time of the beginning of the course.
You need to submit your English language proficiency test scores if you are coming from a non-English speaking country.

Opportunities

Career Development
The Department of Career Development is committed to offering a comprehensive array of programs and services that support career development. We continue to develop our virtual platforms to serve better our students, alum, and employers in an advancing technological environment.

Big Interview is a free online platform that helps students learn interviewing skills, practice, and record your interview answers to receive feedback!
Alumni Career Advisor Network is a free online platform that connects alumni with current students and other alumni for one-o-one conversations about careers, job search, networking, and more! View our Alumni Career Advisor Network-Student Guide for more detailed information.
Vault provides in-depth intelligence on what it's really like to work in an industry, company or profession—and how to position yourself to land that job. Take advantage of your FREE access:

Accomodation

On-Campus Housing
Securing on-campus housing as a freshman or transfer student is a straightforward process that's done mostly online. Remember SUNY Geneseo has a two-year residency requirement. All students must live on campus in College housing for two academic years unless they are commuting from the home of their legal guardian.

Off-Campus Accommodation
Third-year or later exchange students are permitted to reside off-campus. Any exchange student choosing to live off-campus is encouraged to review the information from the Off-Campus Living website and explore housing options through the Housing Registry service.

Wht's New

Student Support

SUNY Geneseo has carved a niche for itself owing to the exceptional student services made available to the students. There are a vast number of student services available at SUNY Geneseo, which help the students both old and new in numerous different ways. The following are a few of them:

Tutoring and Academic Support
Counseling
Academic Advisement
Tutoring
Student Development Workshops
Center for Sexual Health and Wellness
Airport Shuttle
SA Fax Service
Non-Funded Accounts/Banking Services
Student Association Merit Award For Service
SA Tech Service
Graduate Test Prep Services

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range

Geneseo Community Scholarship
International Baccalaureate Scholarship
Multicultural Fellows Program Scholarship
Geneseo Transfer Scholarship
International Student Academic Merit Scholarship
VanArsdale Scholarship Geneseo Community Scholarship Criteria: Awarded to first-year students based on core GPA and rigor of academic program (e.g., AP, IB, dual enrollment); must attend full-time and live on campus
International Baccalaureate Scholarship Criteria: Awarded to students who have earned an IB diploma
Multicultural Fellows Program Scholarship Criteria: For high-achieving first-year students from historically disenfranchised or low-income communities; must live on campus
Geneseo Transfer Scholarship Criteria: Based on cumulative transfer GPA; must attend full-time
International Student Academic Merit Scholarship Criteria: Based on academic achievement, transcripts or national exams; must submit admission application and all academic documents
VanArsdale Scholarship Criteria: One international student selected annually for academic excellence at Geneseo

LINK: https://www.geneseo.edu/international/cost-scholarships Geneseo Community Scholarship Amount: Up to $2,000 per year, renewable for 4 years; additional funds may be awarded based on financial need
International Baccalaureate Scholarship Amount: One-time award of $1,000
Multicultural Fellows Program Scholarship Amount: $7,000 per year, renewable for 4 years, applied to on-campus room charges
Geneseo Transfer Scholarship Amount: Up to $2,000 per year, renewable up to 3 years

Scholarship for Out-of-State First-Year Students
Criteria: Based on core GPA; must attend full-time and live on campus
Amount: Up to $8,000 per year, renewable for 4 years, applied to on-campus room charges
International Student Academic Merit Scholarship Amount: Up to $8,000 per year, renewable for 4 years with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
VanArsdale Scholarship Amount: Not specified

Features of State University of New York College at Geneseo

Academic Counseling

Accomodation (On Campus)

Campus Security

Campus Shuttle

Career Support

Day Care Centers

Financial Assistance

Food & Dining Sevices

Health Insurance

Internet Services

IT Services Helpdesk

Library Services

Mental Health Services

Orientation for new students

Parking and Transit

Recruitment Services

Social and Cultural Events

Sports & Recreation Facilities

Student Club and Socities

Student Leaderships

Student Unions and Associations

Study & Work Permit

Work While Studying

Student Learning Centre

Women Safety and Resources Centre

International Student Life Centre

Academic/Career Portals

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Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Tuition Fee: CAD 17,640.00/year
Processing Time: 28 Days
Program Intake:

Aug 2025,

Application Fee:
CAD 50.00
Living Cost: CAD /year
Program Length: 48 Months
PG Work Permit

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Programs Offered in State University of New York College at Geneseo

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Students Life

Cost Per Year*

Average Tuition Fee Per Year*

English Score Requirement

Admission Requirements

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Accomodation

Wht's New

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