SARATOGA SPRINGS — Empire State University continues to grow, as the school has announced a 3% increase in Fall 2023 undergraduate enrollment and a 16% increase in graduate enrollment.
The news comes as colleges across the nation are seeing a decline in enrollment, with a press release from SUNY Empire citing data from the National Student Clearinghouse stating nationwide college enrollment is down roughly 1.09 million students from prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Empire State is SUNY’s leading online university and the only public online institution in the state, according to the release, which cites its online offerings as a major factor in the enrollment increase.
“SUNY Empire has long recognized the need to serve a constantly changing student demographic and evolving workforce demands,” said Vice President of Enrollment Management Andrea Hennessy in the release. “We invested heavily in innovative programs, including online courses, certificate programs, and career-focused majors. These initiatives have attracted a diverse group of learners, from traditional students to working professionals seeking upskilling opportunities.”
SUNY Empire offers a second fall term from Oct. 15 to Dec. 15, with the release stating the university is “optimistic” that enrollment numbers will continue to increase.
