<p>I agree tonernager - I think New Paltz has a lot more going for it than Albany. Personally, I think New paltz is the up and comer of the SUNY’s. You can’t beat the location and the town, within walking distance to the school, is so much fun. I love going up to visit my son and walking around, trying all the many restaurants, etc. We spent a day at Mohonk Mountain House and it was amazing…that beautiful lake right on top of a mountain and sitting on the veranda drinking tea in rocking chairs looking out on the lake was so wonderful. New Paltz just has so much to offer. I’m glad my son has gotten the chance to take advantage of it. It has already become very competitive to get in and I think it will become even more so as students realize what a gem it is.</p>