About Utica College
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
5,196
Website
www.utica.edu/Accreditation
MSCHE
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
On Campus Housing
Yes
Utica College (UC) is a private not-for-profit institution that was established in the year 1946 by Syracuse University and was originally located in a section of downtown known as Oneida Square. In the year 1961, the college moved to Utica, New York (present location). In the year 1995, the college became a financially and legally independent college. Since 1998, it is offering various Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate programs in a broad range of fields.
The student body of the college is diverse and has students from all over the world. Utica College (UC) Nursing programs are well-recognized and most of the students enroll in their nursing program. UC enrolls around 5,000 students every year for their various programs.
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The student-faculty ratio is 12:1.
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UC acceptance rate is 82%.
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The graduation rate of the university is 45%.
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The total student population of the university is 5,118, which includes 2,975 full time and 2,143 part-time students.
Online Education at UC
UC degrees that are offered online are flexible and convenient. Students can take up their classes from wherever they want. The college provides Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate online degrees and certificates in various majors.
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The college offers 28 online programs across various disciplines. UC majors include Accounting, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Health Science, Nursing, Information Technology, Information System, and more.
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The online students' experience of a student includes a quiz, online learning glossary, 24/7 technical support, access to various MS Office tools, tutorials on Engage learning platform, and more.
Reviews
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Students say that the college provides numerous opportunities with great experiences and new friends. Academically, the professors are very helpful and are always available to help their students. The college's online programs are extremely flexible and students can earn their degree according to their convenience.
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The has the most welcoming environment with the most friendly students.
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Students really enjoy attending college. The custodians keep the college clean and Utica College dorms are very well maintained and feel like home.
Admissions
Application Deadline
N/A
Acceptance Rate
84%
SAT Range
N/A
ACT Range
N/A
Application Fee
$40
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$22,991
Average Annual Cost
$20,832
Books And Supplies
$1,400
Other Fees
$550
Room And Board
$11,248
Budget For Other Expenses
$1,764
Total One Year Cost
$35,794
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
70%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$2
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
291 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
99 Graduates
Health Services/Allied Health/Healt...
85 Graduates
Homeland Security
73 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
22 Graduates
Psychology, General
18 Graduates
Research and Experimental Psycholog...
16 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
16 Graduates
Biology, General
15 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
15 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
12 Graduates
Business/Managerial Economics
11 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
11 Graduates
Public Relations, Advertising, and...
11 Graduates
Health and Medical Administrative S...
9 Graduates
Political Science and Government
9 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
9 Graduates
Construction Management
8 Graduates
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Prof...
7 Graduates
Insurance
6 Graduates
Chemistry
5 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences,...
5 Graduates
Mathematics
5 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
4 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
4 Graduates
Economics
3 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
3 Graduates
History
3 Graduates
International/Global Studies
3 Graduates
Journalism
3 Graduates
Special Education and Teaching
3 Graduates
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
2 Graduates
Physics
2 Graduates
Sociology
2 Graduates
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
1 Graduates
Philosophy
1 Graduates
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Student Body
Undergraduate Students
3,722
Socio-Economic Diversity
36%
Part-time
22%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$55,854 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 74% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
74%
Undergrads in College Housing
34%
Averege Housing Cost
$5,178/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $6,070/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$6,070/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Pioneers
School Colors
burnt orange and navy blue
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Empire Eight
Total Male Athletes
413
Total Female Athletes
257
Intramural Sports
7
Sports Club
4
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Water Polo
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$36,400/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$45,300/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$210 - 284
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$9,213
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,361
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$3,156
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$6,292
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$13,306
$30K - $48K
$12,697
$48K - $75K
$10,007
$75K - $110K
$6,330
> $110K
$4,190
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$22,379,293
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$1,469,887
The college is committed to helping their students financially by helping them by providing financial aid in the form of scholarships, loans, and grants. Students looking for financial assistance has to fill up the FAFSA form.
Utica College (UC) federal school code is 002883.
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Federal Aid includes grant such as Pell Grant, and loans such as Direct Subsidized Loan, Direct Unsubsidized Loan.
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Utica College (UC) Scholarships and grants include Founder's Scholarship, Utica College Achievement Awards, Leadership Scholarship, Transfer Achievement Awards, Transfer Leadership Awards, Affordability Grant, Pioneer Grant, UC Grant, Reader's Digest Foundation Research Grants, and Resident Hall Grant.
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Military Aid includes the Post 9/11 GI Bill, Tuition Assistance Program, Yellow Ribbon Program, Montgomery GI Bill and ROTC Scholarships.
