Add a college to compare up to four schools
Frequently compared to these colleges. Click a college to add to the comparison.
St. Bona UB Hartwick College Fisher Niagara University Alfred State College SUNY Brockport SUNY Delhi SUNY at Fredonia University at Albany- SUNY Clarkson Bard College| Alfred University | United States Merchant Marine Academy | College 3 | College 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
 |
|||
| Remove | Remove | +Add | +Add | |
Overview |
Alfred University | USMMA | ||
| Location | Alfred, NY | Kings Point, NY | ||
| Setting | Remote Town | Large Suburban | ||
| Enrollment | 1,813 | 943 | ||
| Type | Private 4 Year | Public 4 Year | ||
| National Ranking | #326 | |||
| Religious Affiliation | - | - | - | - |
| Status | Non-profit | Non-profit | ||
| Website | alfred.edu | usmma.edu | ||
| Team Colors |
Costs |
Alfred University | USMMA | ||
| Tuition (In State) | $36,444 | $0 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition (Out of State) | $36,444 | $0 | ||
| Room & Board | $13,560 | $0 | ||
| Avg Net Price | $26,183 | $4,891 | ||
| Avg Grant Aid | $26,172 | $4,489 | ||
| % Receiving Grant Aid | 99% | 11% |
Admission |
Alfred University | USMMA | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admission Chances | Calculate | Calculate | ||
| Applied | 7,091 | 1,532 | ||
| Admitted | 3,589 | 419 | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 50.6% | 27.3% | ||
| Enrolled % | 10.3% | 60.4% | ||
| Avg High School GPA | 3.4 | 3.6 | ||
| Typical High School Grades | B+ | B+ | ||
| Admissions Standards | Difficult | Challenging | ||
| Applicant Competition | Low | High | ||
| ACT Range | 25/30 | 20/28 | ||
| SAT Range | 1085/1290 | 1150/1330 | ||
| Submit Test Scores | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional) | Required to be considered for admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb 1, 2025 | Mar 1, 2025 |
Academics |
Alfred University | USMMA | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 10:1 | 13:1 | ||
| Popular Majors |
|
|
||
Outcomes |
Alfred University | USMMA | ||
| Graduation Rate | 60% | - | ||
| Median Earnings (After 10 years) | $45,700 | $92,400 | ||
| Making Student Loan Payments | 73% | - | ||
| Median Student Loan Debt | $27,000 | $6,500 | ||
| Median Loan Payment | $279 | $67 |
Diversity |
Alfred University | USMMA | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| % Men | 43% | 80% | ||
| % Women | 57% | 20% | ||
| Racial Diversity | Medium | Low | ||
| HBCU | No | No | ||
| % White | 66% | 75% | ||
| % Black | 9% | 3% | ||
| % Hispanic | 7% | 10% | ||
| % Native American | 0% | 2% | ||
| % Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | ||
| % Two or More Races | 3% | 0% | ||
| % International | 2% | 1% | ||
| % Unknown Race | 10% | 2% |
Students |
Alfred University | USMMA | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| % In-State | 72% | 15% | ||
| % Out-of-State | 24% | 85% | ||
Campus |
Alfred University | USMMA | ||
| Campus Housing | Yes | Yes | ||
| Freshman Dorm Required | No | |||
| Meal Plan | Yes | Yes | ||
| Weekend/Evening Classes | No | No | ||
| Daycare Facility | No | |||
| Learn More | Details | Details |
Comparable Facts
- Alfred University is larger than than USMMA based on total student enrollment (1,813 students vs. 943 students)
Alfred University vs. USMMA Cost Comparison
Which college is more expensive, Alfred University or USMMA?
- Alfred University is ?% more expensive to attend than USMMA for in-state tuition ($36,444.00 vs. $0.00)
- Out of state tuition is ?% higher at Alfred University than United States Merchant Marine Academy ($36,444.00 vs. $0.00)
- The typical actual cost that students pay to attend (average net price) is less at United States Merchant Marine Academy than Alfred University ($4,891 vs. $26,183)
- More students receive financial grant aid at Alfred University than United States Merchant Marine Academy (99% vs. 11%)
- The average total grant financial aid received by Alfred University students is 483% larger than aid received United States Merchant Marine Academy ($26,172 vs. $4,489)
Alfred University vs. USMMA Admissions Difficulty Comparison
Which college is harder to get into, Alfred University or USMMA? Average SAT and ACT scores plus acceptance rates offer good insight into the difficulty of admission between USMMA or Alfred University .
- The average SAT score at United States Merchant Marine Academy (1220) is 163 points higher than at Alfred University (1057)
- Accepted freshman USMMA students have a 0.2 point higher average high school GPA (3.6) than students at Alfred University (3.4)
- Alfred University has a higher acceptance rate (50.6%) than USMMA (27.3%)
Alfred University vs. USMMA Graduation Outcomes Comparison
Which is better, Alfred University or USMMA? Graduation rate, salary and amount of student loan debt are indicators of a college which offers better outcomes for its graduates. Compare the following outcomes facts between USMMA and Alfred University.
- Graduates from United States Merchant Marine Academy earn on average $46,700 more per year than Alfred University graduates after ten years. ($92,400 vs. $45,700)
- United States Merchant Marine Academy students graduate with a $20,500 lower median federal student loan debt than Alfred University graduates. ($6,500 vs. $27,000)
- USMMA graduates are paying $212 less per month on federal student loans than Alfred University graduates. ($67 vs. $279)
Sources: U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov IPEDS and College Scorecard https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/