New York State

01 Key Facts

New York State is the only state to have more than one Ivy League school

Despite its size, New York State is easy to navigate.  With more than 10 international airports and additional international airports in bordering states, along with Amtrak train service and innumerous bus lines, transportation within the US and internationally is stress-free.

Morrisville State College Activities coordinator will plan and organize events on campus and throughout the state, providing opportunities to explore your surroundings. Events include everything from sporting events to museum visits to competitive athletic activities with students from neighboring universities.

Morrisville State College supports the environment through sustainable practices.  As a student on campus you will benefit from the environment saving efforts that Morrisville practices.  From use of sustainable energy sources, farm-to-table foods grown by students on campus and used in dining areas and much more!

02 Top Attractions

People are attracted to New York State throughout the year for entertainment and culture including (but certainly not limited to):

• Hot air ballooning above many of New York State’s attractions- including New York City!
• Scenic railroads through some of New York State’s must stunning landscapes and modern towns
• Exploring the landscape paradise that is the Adirondacks: Whitewater rafting and any number of winter sports including skiing, tobogganing, sledding, ice hockey, snowshoeing and much more
• Rides on iconic carousels
• Local farmer’s markets where you can purchase fresh from the garden fruits and vegetables
• Motorsports parks
• Caves and caverns
• Discovering New York City’s five boroughs and their countless charms, like Brooklyn’s Smorgasburg, the Bronx Zoo, or Museum Mile in Manhattan
• Climbing to the top of the Empire State Building and Statue of Liberty in New York City
• The New York Yankees, New York Mets and numerous minor league teams
• 5 National and International Hall of Fames: Baseball, Boxing, Distance Running, Professional Wrestling, Women's Rights

03 Shopping and Transportation

With the free MAX Shop ‘N Ride shuttle service, you will have quick and easy access to visit area retailers, malls and shopping centers as well as entertainment outlets.  Special weekend trips to Destiny USA mall in Syracuse- hosting over 200 merchants to serve you!

Morrisville provides students with transportation around campus if you don’t feel like walking.  To view more a detailed schedule of Morrisville's Daily Shuttle, click here.

New York State hosts 10 international airports: John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia International Airport, Syracuse Hancock International Airport, Albany International Airport, Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Stewart International Airport, Plattsburgh International Airport, Greater Rochester International Airport, Watertown International Airport, Niagara Falls International Airport.  There are also innumerous regional airports, in close locations ideal for domestic travel or connections.

New York City is only a 1 hour flight away, or a 4 hour drive, easy and convenient to do over a break or even a weekend.

Amtrak, Greyhound, and Megabus all offer convenient service within New York as well as inter-state.