Cazenovia College Admissions

Cazenovia College Admissions Overview:

Cazenovia College admits the large majority of those who apply. Students are not required to submit scores from the SAT or ACT, but they can choose to do so. In addition to completing an application--applicants can use the Common Application--students must also submit high school transcripts and a letter of recommendation. While not a requirement, prospective students are encouraged to visit and tour the campus and meet with someone from the admissions office.

For more information, and to ask any questions, check out the school's website!

Admissions Data (2016):

• Cazenovia College Acceptance Rate: 90%
• Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
  • SAT Critical Reading: 430 / 550
  • SAT Math: 413 / 540
  • SAT Writing: - / -
    • What these SAT numbers mean
  • ACT Composite: 20 / 23
  • ACT English: - / -
  • ACT Math: - / -
    • What these ACT numbers mean

Cazenovia College Description:

Founded in 1824, Cazenovia College is small college with a focus on both the liberal arts and professional studies. The village of Cazenovia is located just outside of Syracuse in Upstate New York. The historic campus features an art gallery and the historic Catherine Cummings Theatre. Cazenovia students come from 21 states and 3 countries. Students can choose from 26 majors -- business and art and design are particularly popular. Academics are supported by a 12 to 1 student / faculty ratio and an average class size of 16.

Student life is active with over 50 clubs and organizations. On the athletic front, the Cazenovia College Wildcats compete in the NCAA Division III North Eastern Athletic Conference. The college fields eight women's and seven men's Division III teams.

Enrollment (2016):

• Total Enrollment: 1,042 (all undergraduate)

• Gender Breakdown: 28% Male / 72% Female
• 82% Full-time

Costs (2016 - 17):

• Tuition and Fees: $32,674
• Books: $1,000 (why so much?)
• Room and Board: $13,796
• Other Expenses: $1,350
• Total Cost: $48,820

Cazenovia College Financial Aid (2015 - 16):

• Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 100%
• Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
  • Grants: 100%
  • Loans: 100%
• Average Amount of Aid
  • Grants: $29,376
  • Loans: $6,983

Academic Programs:

• Most Popular Majors: Art, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Fashion Design, Human Services, Interior Design, Visual Communications

Transfer, Graduation and Retention Rates:

• First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 73%
• 4-Year Graduation Rate: 41%
• 6-Year Graduation Rate: 43%

Intercollegiate Athletic Programs:

• Men's Sports: Lacrosse, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Track and Field, Cross Country, Swimming, Equestrian
• Women's Sports: Softball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Equestrian

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

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Cazenovia and the Common Application

Cazenovia College uses the Common Application. These articles can help guide you:

• Common Application essay tips and samples
• Short answer tips and samples
• Supplemental essay tips and samples