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University at Albany, State University of New York
Albany,
NY
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate68%
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About UAlbany
UAlbany is a public, state school in the suburb of Albany, New York. UAlbany was founded in 1844. The college currently enrolls around 16,658 students a year, including 12,264 undergrads.
From University at Albany
For over 175 years, the University at Albany students and faculty have tackled the day’s biggest challenges, answered our most pressing questions, and solved society’s most vexing problems. Our Research 1 university features 50+ undergraduate majors, 250 student organizations, 19 Division 1 Athletic Teams, and over 170 research labs and centers. Our faculty of international experts and staff prepare students to make an impact on their communities and industries as global citizens. We are, and always have been, fueled by a unique mix of academic excellence, internationally recognized research, and a profound sense of purpose. At UAlbany, you'll author your own success by doing the things that matter.
UAlbany Acceptance Rate 2022
It is very difficult to get into UAlbany. The acceptance rate at UAlbany is 68%. In 2022, 26,031 students applied to UAlbany and 17,672 were admitted.
| UAlbany Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 68% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | 89% |
| Average GPA | 4.0 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 89% |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 13% |
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UAlbany Campus Tours
UAlbany is located in the town of Albany, New York,.
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College Info
UAlbany Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jul 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Aug 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to UAlbany is Jul 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to UAlbany is Aug 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
UAlbany SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
Not available
Math SAT Range
560 - 660
Reading SAT Range
560 - 660
UAlbany Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$26,502
In State$45,092
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$7,070
$25,660
Fees
$3,398
$3,398
Housing
$16,034
$16,034
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at UAlbany is like? There are approximately 16,658 students enrolled at UAlbany, including 12,264 undergraduate students and 4,394 graduate students. 94% percent of students attend school full-time, 96% percent are from NY and 4% percent of students are from other states.
94%
Full Time6%
Part Time96%
In State4%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
16,658
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
68%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jul 1
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