Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
SUNY Potsdam is proud to offer the College in High School "CHS" Program for area high schools and their students. Through the CHS Program participating high schools partner with Early College Programs to award college credit for the successful completion of approved courses offered by the participating high school.
Fundraising Staff Directory
SUNY Potsdam’s fundraising staff is eager to connect with you and aid you as you accomplish your philanthropic goals. Below you will find some fun facts about the members of our team, as well as their email addresses. If you are not sure whom to contact, call Jason Ladouceur ’94 at (315) 267-2123 or email giftplan@potsdam.edu.
Academics
Explore a full range of possibilities with 130 programs of study at the campus that’s as eclectic as you are. Find yourself at SUNY Potsdam.
Travel Information & Directions
SUNY Potsdam is located in New York’s beautiful North Country—smack dab between the scenic Adirondack Mountains and the Canadian border.
HEERF II / CRRSA Act Information
SUNY Potsdam received Student Aid funding under the CRRSAA section 314(a)(1) program. This program, with some changes, provides supplemental funds to the CARES Act section 18004(a)(1) program. SUNY Potsdam signed and returned to the Education Department a Certification and Agreement as required under the CARES Act section 18004 (a)(1) program.
Give to the Department of Public Health and Human Performance
SUNY Potsdam’s Department of Public Health and Human Performance offers many programs and experiences for students that would not be possible without your support. From scholarships to internships, your generosity provides opportunities for students to excel as scholars and citizens of the world. You can make a difference in the lives of our students!
Scholarship Policy
SUNY Potsdam awards over $3,000,000 in scholarships annually to incoming and returning students. The majority of these awards are provided through the generosity of the alumni and friends of the College who wish to help students achieve their potential. To ensure fairness among applicants and recipients and comply with donors’ wishes, SUNY Potsdam has established the following policies. By accepting an award, students agree to comply with these policies.
Housing Scholarship Policy
SUNY Potsdam awards over $3,000,000 in scholarships annually to incoming and returning students. The majority of these awards are provided through the generosity of the alumni and friends of the College who wish to help students achieve their potential. To ensure fairness among applicants and recipients and comply with donors’ wishes, SUNY Potsdam has established the following policies. By accepting an award, students agree to comply with these policies.
Guaranteed National Guard Admission Program
SUNY Potsdam and the New York National Guard have joined forces to offer a mutually beneficial recruitment program that allows prospective students/soldiers the ability to enlist in the Army National Guard and be guaranteed admission into SUNY Potsdam upon completion of their initial entry training.
Leadership & Challenge Center
SUNY Potsdam's Leadership and Challenge Center is the latest in challenge course technology for students and community members of all ages. The Leadership and Challenge Center consists of both low elements for te