This is the PowerPoint used for our 2021 webinars.
This includes information about our location, history, programs, and also, some tips for you to find a best-fit university :)
2. WELCOME TO PLATTSBURGH
▪ Plattsburgh at a Glance
▪ The Academic Experience
▪ Admissions
▪ Something to Think About
3. Four-year, public, accredited
college
5000 students
Over 300 international from
60+ countries
Located in northern New York
Small & safe city of 30,000
Local amenities
Food and entertainment
PLATTSBURGH
AT A GLANCE
4. ▪ Adirondacks Mountain Range
▪ Historic Lake Champlain
PLATTSBURGH AT
A GLANCE
Beautiful Environment
A short drive from lively urban areas
▪ World Class: Montreal (1 hour)
▪ Historic: Boston (4.5 hours)
▪ New York City: (5 hours)
5. Solid Liberal Arts Foundation:
Centered on you!
16:1 student/faculty ratio
Average class 22 students
Experiential Education
Support: Student Support
Services, Career
Development Center,
Learning Center
THE
ACADEMIC
EXPERIENCE
6. Research
Internships
Study Abroad
Service Learning
Bridge the gap between theory
and practice
Develop skills and experiences in
a real-world setting
Gives you a look at the pros and
cons of potential jobs/careers
Enhance potential job and
graduate school opportunities
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Learning through direct experiences
outside of a traditional classroom
7. $2,500 – Global Diversity Award
$5,000 – Campus Community Award
$6,000 – Academic Merit Award
Renewable each year
Admissions: SCHOLARSHIPS
Packages typically cover 20 – 40% of total cost of attendance
8. Tuition
Fees
Housing
Meal plan
Health insurance
Admissions: Total cost of attendance
After scholarships, students self-pay $22,750 - $28,750 total cost per year
9. Something to
Think About
Considerations Example(s)
Type of School Public or private? 2-year, 4-year, community college?
What Academic Major are You
Considering?
Does the school offer the major you’re interested in?
Cost & Scholarships Is it a good financial option? Cost of living?
Location Study in a particular city or state?
Campus Environment Student to teacher ratio? Diversity