State University of New York College at Cortland

Located near the geographic center of New York state, SUNY Cortland prides itself on being a public university that stands out for strong academics across 68 majors, Division III athletic success and affordability. Case in point: SUNY Cortland ranked among the top 15% of the nation’s best universities and colleges on College Factual’s 2023 Best Colleges List — the highest of all 13 comparable SUNY campuses.

Reputations in teacher education and health-related programs have paved the way for 68 majors that cover the natural sciences, business and in-demand professional fields. More than 85% of students pursue career readiness experiences such as internships, research and field placements, with dedicated support from areas that include Career Services and the university’s Undergraduate Research Council.

Campus has transformed in recent years with more than $350 million in construction, bringing a one-of-a-kind recreation center and academic upgrades that include a renovated science facility and new space for business. Just a short walk from campus, the city of Cortland offers a safe and fun downtown as well as easy access to the outdoors. Cortland also has been named one of New York state’s top-five college towns.

SUNY Cortland is home to a powerhouse NCAA Division III athletics program with 131 national titles, approximately 50 study abroad programs and nearly 80 active student clubs. Our annual rivalry game in football — the Cortaca Jug game — was once referred to as “the biggest little game in the nation” by Sports Illustrated. The game recently has been hosted at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey and Yankee Stadium in the Bronx — setting the all-time Division III attendance record with more than 45,000 fans.

After graduation, students join a network of more than 80,000 Red Dragon alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.