Is SUNY College at Potsdam worth it?
SUNY College at Potsdam is a public, four-year institution in Potsdam, New York (small town). It awarded 698 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in elementary education and teaching, music teacher education and business administration and management.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$31,231
Median earnings 4 years after
$49,169
Median earnings 10 years after
$47,866
Average net price
$13,624
Completion rate
45%
Completions (2024)
698
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
1,823
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $36,555 | $57,066 | 83 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $45,110 | $57,949 | 69 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $34,933 | $43,686 | 58 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $27,825 | $48,601 | 49 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $25,459 | $49,725 | 38 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $35,950 | $53,597 | 38 |
| Sociology | Bachelor's | $36,500 | $51,086 | 31 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $22,964 | $30,688 | 28 |
| Music | Bachelor's | $23,902 | $36,677 | 28 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Bachelor's | $20,455 | $38,562 | 27 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Bachelor's | $22,873 | $33,581 | 21 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $48,651 | N/A | 20 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management | Bachelor's | $36,899 | $52,583 | 20 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | $27,586 | N/A | 18 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Master's | $49,031 | N/A | 17 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Master's | 100 |
| Music Teacher Education | Bachelor's | 87 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 45 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 45 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 36 |
| Reading Teacher Education | Master's | 32 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 25 |
| Music Teacher Education | Master's | 22 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 19 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 18 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 39% | 5,029 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 13% | 1,733 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 1,200 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 810 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 629 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 584 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 483 |
| Manufacturing | 3% | 437 |
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Sources: federal figures for SUNY College at Potsdam. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New York. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page