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International Undergraduate Admissions
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Utica, New York
STATE UNIVERSITY of NEW YORK
BACHELOR’S • MASTER’S
SUNY Poly students enjoy a public school tuition with benefits that many small private institutions boast, including small class sizes, individualized learning experiences, and a tight-knit community.
Our Campus
SUNY Polytechnic Institute is New York's premier public polytechnic, globally recognized for its high-tech and collaborative learning environment. SUNY Poly offers majors in the areas of business, computer science, engineering, health sciences, and the arts and sciences. Located on a beautiful, modern campus in upstate New York, life at SUNY Poly is a balance of academics, activities, and community. 30+ student clubs, 13 NCAA Division III athletic teams, and a rich residential life program create a vibrant atmosphere for students to thrive.
Our Colleges
• College of Arts + Sciences
• College of Business
• College of Engineering
• College of Health Sciences
Our International Community
Join a growing community of international student scholars hailing from over 25 countries including Brazil, India, Nepal, Japan, Ghana, Morocco, the United Kingdom, and more.
SUNY POLY FAST FACTS
2,000+
Undergraduate Students
13:1 Student-toFaculty Ratio
18 Average Class Size
800 Residential Students
Greetings from SUNY Polytechnic Institute!
Are you ready for a vigorous, highly rewarding education that immerses you in hands-on learning? Gain the skills you need to achieve success in competitive job markets–all while you create unforgettable memories and make the connections for a lifetime of opportunities. SUNY Polytechnic Institute allows you the opportunity to tailor your experience to achieve your personal and professional goals! With 22 F-1 Visa Eligible programs, unbeatable tuition scholarships, and fantastic student employment opportunities, a SUNY Poly education prepares our graduates for rewarding, 21st century careers. As the International Admissions Advisor, I’m here to guide you through the application and enrollment processes to help you jumpstart your path to Poly.
—Willjavian Dawson ’12, International Admissions Advisor
F-1 Eligible Undergraduate Programs
• Accounting
• Applied Computing
• Applied Mathematics
• Biology
• Business Administration
• Civil Engineering
• Civil Engineering Technology
• C ommunications + Media Design
• C ommunity + Behavioral Health
• C omputer Engineering Technology
• C omputer Science*
• Cybersecurity
• Electrical + Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Finance
• Information Systems
• Interactive Media + Game Design
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Psychology
• Sociology
*Indicates accelerated BS/MS option
Programs listed above may be eligible for Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), and Optional Practical Training Extension for STEM Students (STEM OPT).
35+ Minors
A Historic $48 Million Investment in SUNY Poly
New York State’s recent investments in SUNY Poly’s workforce development initiatives, including the establishment of state-of-the-art facilities like the Semiconductor Processing and Packaging Lab, Healthcare Innovation Lab, and the Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing Research and Education Lab, ensure students graduate with the skills and experience needed for success in today’s competitive job market.
What does that mean for your future as a SUNY Poly Wildcat?
• New, state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to prepare students to be competitive in healthcare, semiconductor processing, robotics, and advanced manufacturing and engineering
• Access to existing and reinvigorated partnerships with industry leaders in the Mohawk Valley (MVHS/Wynn Hospital, Wolfspeed, Indium, Danfoss, and more!)
• Ongoing commitment to an affordable and accessible premier public polytechnic education defined by hands-on learning
Anticipated
Costs (Subject to Change)
* Housing + Food may vary based on room type, building, and meal plan selection.
^International Health Insurance is paid in full, which covers the fall and spring semesters.
Scholarships
The Best Education. The Best Value.
We are proud to be consistently ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a top Best Value School in the Regional Universities North category and ranked as a “Best Value” University for International Students by Study Abroad Aide.
SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO:
• First-year applicants who demonstrate academic and extracurricular achievement
• Transfer applicants who demonstrate academic achievement
$32,000 WILDCAT GOLD
$8,000 per year, up to 4 years
$28,000 WILDCAT BLUE
$7,000 per year, up to 4 years
$24,000 WILDCAT CLASSIC
$6,000 per year, up to 4 years
$8,000 WILDCAT COMMITMENT
$2,000 per year, up to 4 years
Scholarships are merit-based and awarded on academic performance.
“As an international student, I was looking at different universities, but I chose SUNY Poly because it had great diversity. Also I liked how small the class sizes were, and the campus is beautiful. I have great interactions with my professors, as the class sizes are small, and each student gets an opportunity to meet the professors. They helped me in different ways, not only related to the course but explaining the real life situations and how to overcome them.”
Sujith Reddy Yella, ’24
Hometown: Hyderabad, India
Major: Computer Science
THE WILDCAT EXPERIENCE
A Place to Live and Learn
SUNY Poly offers you a dynamic campus life with a variety of activities—satisfying a range of interests!
• Professional Development https://sunypoly.campuslabs.com/engage/
“After being an exchange student 20 minutes away from Poly, I wanted to come back to America for college. I looked at colleges local to where I was an exchange student and SUNY Poly was my favorite one. I loved how small the school and campus was and the opportunities the psychology program had for their students. I can be walking around, and I know almost everyone passing by me.”
Veronika Palmova, ’24
Hometown: Litvinov, Czech Republic
Major: Psychology
Hilltop Hall
ZERO-NET CARBON RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX first-ever on a SUNY campus!
NCAA
Division III
Athletics
Men’s Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Soccer
Volleyball
Women’s Sports
Basketball
MEMBER OF:
42 All-Conference Award Winners
2 Conference Championships
2 NCAA Championship Tournament Appearances
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Volleyball
Mixed Sport
Golf
7 Individual Conference Awards
(Player/Scholar-Athlete/Coach of the Year)
5 National Individual Awards (All-American/All-Region/All-District)
18 Student-Athletes of the Week Awards
53 Conference Scholar-Athlete Award Winners
12+ Intramural Programs
sunypoly.edu/student-life/athletics
SUNY Polytechnic Institute Wildcat Esports team competes competitively as part of the Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference (ECAC).
WILDCAT CAREERS
Our International Student Services Office is committed to helping matriculated international students navigate CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT opportunities.
Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
CPT is an alternative work/study, internship, cooperative education or other type of required internship or practicum.
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
OPT is temporary employment that is directly related to an F-1 student’s major area of study. Eligible students can apply to receive up to 12 months of OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies (precompletion) and/or after completing their academic studies (post-completion).
Optional Practical Training Extension for STEM Students (STEM OPT)
F-1 students who receive science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degrees may apply for a 24-month extension of their post-completion optional practical training (OPT).
Career Services
In addition to the International Student Services team, SUNY Poly’s Office of Career Services will help you every step of the way, from finding internship opportunities to applying for your dream position. Students have access to:
• Handshake, the largest online career community
• Career and graduate school fairs
• Mock interviews
• Resumé and cover letter writing assistance
• Help with landing internships and securing employment sunypoly.edu/career-services
Programs Eligible for STEM OPT
Undergraduate students who earn degrees in the following programs are eligible to pursue STEM OPT:
• Applied Computing
• A pplied Mathematics
• Biology
• Civil Engineering
• Civil Engineering Technology
• C omputer Engineering Technology
• C omputer Science
• Cybersecurity
• E lectrical and Computer Engineering
• E lectrical Engineering Technology
• Information Systems
• Interactive Media + Game Design
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES
SUNY Polytechnic Institute is committed to supporting a seamless transition for international students to both the university setting and to the United States. The International Student Services Office (ISS) provides and coordinates many services to help students adjust to campus life including the New Student Orientation, programs and events, support with cultural adjustment, and more. sunypoly.edu/iss
ISS helps students with:
• Getting to campus
• Immigration and visa advising
• Transitioning to life in the United States
• Adjusting to life at SUNY Poly
• Navigating issues of food and resource insecurity
• Hosting social events and meet-and-greets with international and domestic students
• Advising the International Student Association
• Connecting with SUNY Poly’s 30+ clubs
• Assisting with OPT, CPT, and employment
UTICA BEGINS
Explore Utica and Beyond
Utica, the tenth most populous city in New York State, is home to 64,000 residents who speak over 40 languages. Your time as a student at SUNY Poly is enhanced by engaging in the festivals, arts, athletic events, and culture that are core to the city’s identity. Situated at the center of the state, Utica is just hours away from New York City and accessible by plane, train, or bus. An array of housing accommodations and diverse cuisine make Utica a premier destination for students, professionals, and families.
Lofts + Apartment Complexes
International students eligible to live offcampus enjoy a variety of off-campus housing throughout the City of Utica. Some include:
• Candlewyck Apartments (7 minutes)
• Lofts at Globe Mill (7 minutes)
• The Doyle (7 minutes)
Restaurants + Local Cuisine
• Tavolo Italian Restaurant (5 minutes)
• Island Breeze Jamaican Cuisine (6 minutes)
• Minar Fine Indian Cuisine (8 minutes)
• Mitsuba Sushi (11 minutes)
• Pho Mekong House of Noodles (7 minutes)
• Phoenician (8 minutes)
• Sabor Latino (7 minutes)
• S ymeon’s Greek Restaurant (10 minutes)
• Utica Coffee Roasting Co. (7 minutes)
Transportation AIRPORTS
• Hancock International Airport Syracuse, NY (1 hour)
• Albany International Airport A lbany, NY (1.5 hours)
• L aGuardia International Airport New York City (4 hours)
• John F. Kennedy International Airport New York City (4 hours)
BUS + TRAIN SERVICES
• Centro City Bus ($1/ride) (1 minute)
• Union Station (Bus + Train) (7 minutes)
RIDESHARE
• Uber + Lyft
WITH you!
Sports, Culture, + Shopping
Located at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, the largest National Historic Landmark in the United States, Utica is a hub for adventure. From cuisine to shopping, nature to sporting events, and the luxury of experiencing four beautiful, distinct seasons, new experiences await you.
Transfer students can apply for admission using either the Common Application or the SUNY Application beginning August 1.
Spring Start
Oct 1 Admissions Decisions Begin Nov 1 Application Deadline
Fall Start Dec 15 Admissions Decisions Begin June 1 Application Deadline
Foreign transcripts and documents must be professionally translated in English and evaluated. Applicants must use a service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (naces.org). SUNY Poly requires a course-by-course evaluation with GPA calculated.
YOUR PATH TO POLY
Continue your Education with our Seamless Transfer Partnership
to PathPoly
Small class sizes, quality programs, individualized learning experiences, an affordable investment, and successful graduates are all reasons why SUNY Poly is New York’s premier public polytechnic! SUNY Polytechnic Institute's partnership with Herkimer College guarantees a seamless transfer experience for students to continue their education at SUNY Poly after earning their associate degree.
Dual Admission Program
Through the Dual Admission Program, students are concurrently admitted into an associate degree program at Herkimer College and a bachelor’s degree program at SUNY Poly, located just 30 minutes away in Utica, NY. Students at Herkimer College must earn an associate degree with a 2.5 GPA to continue their studies at SUNY Poly. Students should contact the SUNY Poly Admissions Office to discuss the best path from Herkimer College to SUNY Poly to maximize transfer credit for timely completion of their bachelor's degree.
Seamless Transfer Initiative
SUNY Poly’s Seamless Transfer Initiative provides many benefits to all students transferring from Herkimer College, including specific scholarship funding. Students currently enrolled at Herkimer College who did not select the dual admission option at the time of application can still take advantage of the benefits of the seamless transfer initiatives. SUNY Poly offers Instant Decision Appointments regularly and a Transfer Admissions Advisor is available to coach students through the credit evaluation process.
Seamless Transfer Scholarships
Wildcat Gold: $8,000 per year (Overall college GPA of 3.5-4.0)
Wildcat Blue: $7,000 per year (Overall college GPA of 3.0-3.49)
Path to Poly: $700 per year (Overall college GPA of 2.99 or lower)
*Award levels are subject to change
Earn your Bachelor's Degree through our Seamless Transfer Agreements
Our program-specific articulation agreements maximize transfer credits and ensure you can earn your bachelor's degree in just two additional years of full-time study.
• Accounting (BS)
• Biology (BS)
• Business Administration (BS)
• Communications + Media Design (BS)
• Community + Behavioral Health (BS)
• Computer Science (BS)
• Interactive Media + Game Design (BS)
• Interdisciplinary Studies (BA)
• Psychology (BA)
• Sociology (BA)
English Language Proficiency Requirement
Applicants to SUNY Poly must demonstrate English language proficiency by achieving the minimum score noted below from one of the following standardized exams:
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Internet based score of 79
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Overall band score of 6.0
• PTE Academic (PTE): Overall score of 53
• Duolingo English Test (DET): Total score of 105
• iTEP: Overall score of 4.4
Students who have earned a high school diploma from an accredited U.S. high school or an associate degree from an accredited U.S. college, or whose native language is English, are exempt from this requirement.
International students transferring from Herkimer College who have successfully completed EN 111: College Writing and EN 112: College Literature are exempt from the English Language Proficiency Requirement.
