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SUNY Canton Quick Facts
By the Numbers...
- 3100 Total Student Enrollment
- 85% Students that receive Financial Aid
- 17 Average class size
- $45 Million - Athletic center now open
- 75 minutes to Ottawa, Canada's capital
- 555 Acres of scenic SUNY Canton campus
- 20 the average age of our students
SUNY Canton draws students from all over the Northeast, with the majority coming from within New York State.
Students have the opportunity to cross-register with Clarkson University, St. Lawrence University, and SUNY Potsdam through the Associated Colleges agreement.
What's Going On...
Besides Clubs, there are numerous entertainment opportunities available each week, including:
- Comedians and Bands
- Trips, intramurals, festivals
- Motivational and educational speakers
Students may also sit on many campus-wide committees, such as:
- Student Government Association
- College Activities Board
- Commencement
- College Council
Student Organizations
SUNY Canton has more than fifty student organizations to join, including academic clubs. Here are a few examples:
- Afro-Latin Society
- Outdoor Adventures Club
- Greek Council
- Habitat for Humanity
- Karate Club
- American Society of Civil Engineers
- Automotive Club
- Criminal Justice Student Association
- Sassy Steppers
Academic Support Services
Many special programs and support services exist for our students. SUNY Canton is highly ranked in SUNY for Student Support Services.
- Academic Computing Center
- Science Tutoring and Learning Center
- Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
- Student Support Services Program
- Career Services and Advising
- Accommodative Services
- Math Lab
- Writing Center
- Tutoring Center
- Counseling Center
- Health Services
Athletics
SUNY Canton offers a variety of recreational and athletic opportunities.
- Member of the NCAA Division III
- 17 varsity sports teams
- Member of North Atlantic Conference (NAC)
- Intramural teams such as: dodgeball, flag football, soccer and volleyball
Facilities include:
- Ice Arena
- Lap Pool
- Field House with Basketball Courts and Indoor Track
- Fitness Center
- Lighted Synthetic Turf Field
- Cross-Country Ski/Running Trails