The presentation provides an overview of Plattsburgh, a public college located in northern New York with a student body of 5,000, including over 300 international students. Key highlights include a strong academic experience with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio, experiential learning opportunities, and various scholarship options that cover 20-40% of total attendance costs. Prospective students are encouraged to consider factors such as type of school, academic majors, financial options, and campus environment.

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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

10. STAY
CONNECTED
#plattslife

11. THE FUTURE
IS YOURS!