Alfred University

If you are planning on applying to Alfred University, the regular decision application deadline is February 1 and the application fee costs $50.

Alfred University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Alfred University's admissions stats.

Alfred University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Mean SAT Score	1183
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	27%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	3%
Waitlist	No

Alfred University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Alfred University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 1	––
Regular Decision	Yes	February 1	––

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Considering Applying Early to Alfred University?

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Alfred University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1.

Alfred University accepts around 91% of early action applicants and 67% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, Alfred University admitted 46 of the 58 who applied early action.

➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Alfred University Admissions

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How To Get Into Alfred University

It is moderately difficult to get into Alfred University. Alfred University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Alfred University accepted 67% of students, around 4,193 from 6,243 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Alfred University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to statutory engineering programs (biomaterials, ceramics, glass science), School of Art and Design is program very difficult.

Transferring to Alfred University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Alfred University

Alfred University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Alfred University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Alfred University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Alfred University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Work Experience	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Interview	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Class Rank	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with Alfred University for more information on admission factors.

Alfred University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Alfred University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Alfred University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview		√
Other Requirements			√	portfolio for applicants to the School of Art and Design
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Alfred University?

Students admitted to Alfred University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 2% submitted a class rank.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Alfred University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Alfred University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 27% of Alfred University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Alfred University?

To be competitive with other Alfred University applicants, you should aim to score between 1080 and 1300 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Alfred University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1300 and 25% of scored lower than 1080, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Alfred University student is 1183.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Alfred University students scored 670 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Alfred University students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Alfred University?

To be most competitive at Alfred University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Alfred University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Alfred University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Alfred University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Alfred University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Alfred University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Alfred University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Alfred University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Alfred University.

Does Alfred University accept transfer credits?

✅ Alfred University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Alfred University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit • Excelsior College Examinations

Does Alfred University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Alfred University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Alfred University?

❌ No, Alfred University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Alfred University's acceptance rate?

✅ Alfred University has an acceptance rate of 67%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Alfred University?

❌ Alfred University does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Alfred University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Alfred University was 91% in 2021.

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