Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Alfred, New York |
| Online | alfred.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in the rural village of Alfred in western New York's Southern Tier region, Alfred University operates as a private institution established in 1836. The 232-acre campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings nestled in the Allegany foothills, situated approximately 70 miles south of Rochester. Alfred University is recognized for its College of Ceramics, which houses one of the nation's leading programs in ceramic engineering and art, while also maintaining strong programs in business, education, and liberal arts. The university maintains a selective admission process and provides on-campus housing through traditional residence halls and special-interest housing options. As a member of the Empire 8 Athletic Conference, Alfred fields NCAA Division III teams known as the Saxons.
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Alfred University is rated within the top 37% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Alfred University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#326 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#238 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#49 in Best Colleges in New York
#36 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#313 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#35 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1085/1290 |
| ACT | 25/30 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $1,200 |
| Room and Board | $13,560 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $54,604 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 29% |
| Engineering | 17% |
| Business | 14% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| English and Literature | 4% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=188641 IPEDS survey data for Alfred University.
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Last updated February 24, 2024