Mission

Because the student is the most important member of the SUNY Delhi community, the college is committed to student success through academic achievement, civic engagement and experiential learning.   

Description

Founded in 1913, SUNY Delhi has experienced tremendous growth over the past decade, reaching a record enrollment of over 3,100 students.  Delhi is carving a unique niche in higher education by offering seamless, technology-based education that includes specialized certificates, more than 40 associate degree programs and 13 distinctive baccalaureate programs.  Several academic programs have earned state and national reputations for excellence and in 2008; SUNY Delhi was ranked among the Top 45 Colleges in the North, according to the U.S. News and World Report Guide to America's Best Colleges.   

SUNY Delhi is located in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains; the campus is approximately 3.5 hours from New York City and less than 2 hours from the state capital of Albany.  The campus consists of 625 acres with 44 buildings, including 6 residence halls.  The college also owns and maintains an 18 hole golf course.

Students may also pursue degrees in select programs offered at Schenectady County Community College, Tompkins Cortland Community College, Onondaga Community College, and Suffolk Community College, as well as on-line.

Degrees Awarded

Associate of Arts, Associate of Applied Science, Associate of Science, Associate of Occupational Science, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Technology

Students

Delhi enrolls over 3,100 students representing virtually every county in New York State.  The Mid-Hudson region is the fast growing segment of the student body and nearly 25 percent of students come from Metropolitan New York and Long Island.  Delhi's student body also reflects the diversity of New York State's population with students of color accounting for nearly 25% of total enrollment.

Student/Faculty Ratio

With a ratio of 19.5 students for every faculty member, learning takes place in an environment focused on the needs and aspirations of individual students.

Student Life

The Division of Student Life provides a wide range of educational, social and recreational programs and support services that foster a rich and engaging living and learning environment, facilitate the overall development of each student and enhance the sense of campus community. Delhi students can choose from over 50 Clubs and 20 Intercollegiate Sports.

Approximately 65% of students choose to live on campus with many living in one of the four living and learning environments specially designed to support student success.

Accreditations

The College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-2680, 267-284-5000, Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York, National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, National League of Nursing Accrediting Commission, American Council for Construction Education, and Committee on Veterinary Technician Education.