University at Albany
Albany, NY · Public · Bachelor's degrees · City
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About University at Albany
The State University of New York at Albany (also known as University at Albany, UAlbany, or SUNY Albany) is a public research university in Albany, New York, United States. Founded in 1844, it is one of four "university centers" of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, and the most senior (oldest) by date of founding. In 2024, the university enrolled 17,567 students in nine schools and colleges, which offer over 50 undergraduate majors and over 150 graduate degree programs. Portions of the campus extend into Guilderland, and the health sciences campus is located in neighboring Rensselaer, New York. It is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research spending and doctorate production". UAlbany is home to the New York State Writers Institute.
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69%
Acceptance
$17,167
Net price
12,564
Enrollment
61%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
69%
Acceptance rate
—
SAT average
26
ACT midpoint
Cost & Financial Aid
$17,167
Average net price
$10,866
In-state tuition
$31,256
Out-of-state tuition
$16,423
Room & board
$1,000
Books & supplies
$28,802
Total cost of attendance
44%
Students receiving Pell grants
51%
Students with federal loans
$19,500
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$67,979
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$51,380
Median earnings (6 yrs)
61%
Graduation rate
83%
Retention rate
86%
Earn more than a HS grad
$17,210
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
12,564
Total enrollment
4%
Part-time
20
Avg. age at entry
30%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
University at Albany FAQ
Is University at Albany a public or private school?
University at Albany is a public institution located in Albany, NY.
What is the acceptance rate at University at Albany?
University at Albany has an acceptance rate of 69%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does University at Albany cost?
The average annual net price at University at Albany is $17,167 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $10,866 in-state and $31,256 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at University at Albany?
About 61% of students at University at Albany complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do University at Albany graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, University at Albany students earn a median of $67,979 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University at Albany?
Admitted students at University at Albany have an ACT midpoint of 26. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend University at Albany?
University at Albany enrolls about 12,564 students.
Campus
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