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Siena College vs SUNY Oneonta

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Siena College SUNY Oneonta
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 69% 70%
SAT range (mid 50%) 1,110-1,360 1,120-1,310
ACT range (mid 50%) 27-33 25-30
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $33,733 $19,158
Sticker cost of attendance $64,870 $28,821
Graduation rate 75% 69%
Retention rate 83% 76%
Undergraduates 3,409 4,643
Student-faculty ratio 12:1 13:1
Setting Loudonville, NY Oneonta, NY
Type Private nonprofit Public
Application fee None $50
Test policy Required for some Test-optional

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the 2026-2027 cycle.

Common questions

Is Siena College or SUNY Oneonta harder to get into?

Siena College is more selective, with a 69% acceptance rate versus 70% at SUNY Oneonta. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Siena College or SUNY Oneonta?

SUNY Oneonta has the lower average net price ($19,158 versus $33,733). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.