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| Location | Albany, New York |
| Online | albany.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The State University of New York at Albany, commonly known as SUNY Albany, occupies a modern campus characterized by its distinctive uptown campus with notable 1960s architecture and the downtown campus that reflects a historic charm rooted in the institution's 1844 founding. Located in New York's capital city of Albany, the school is in close proximity to a major political and economic hub. SUNY Albany offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, with distinguished recognition in fields such as nanoscale science and engineering, criminal justice, public administration, and information science. The university maintains a moderately selective admissions process, accommodating a diverse student body with a broad range of academic interests. Housing is available on campus through a variety of residential complexes, designed to serve the needs of both undergraduate and graduate students. SUNY Albany's athletic teams, known as the Great Danes, compete at the NCAA Division I level, primarily in the America East Conference.
In the most recent statistical year 25,976 prospective students applied, and 17,639 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,651 enrolled in the school. 13,760 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,898 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,070 plus fees of $3,338. University at Albany- SUNY is ranked 242 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Value
University at Albany- SUNY is rated within the top 33% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for SUNY at Albany within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#242 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#63 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#37 in Best Colleges in New York
#7 in Best Public Colleges in New York
#211 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#25 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1120/1320 |
| ACT | 22/31 |
| GPA | 3.3 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New York Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $3,338 |
| Room and Board | $15,598 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,106 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $3,338 |
| Room and Board | $15,598 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,946 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 20% |
| English and Literature | 14% |
| Business | 13% |
| Psychology | 12% |
| Biology | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196060 IPEDS survey data for SUNY at Albany.
Current students may use the SUNY at Albany GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024