SUNY at Albany
SUNY at Albany (SUNY Albany) is a four-years, public school located in Albany, NY. It is classified as Research University (very high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research / scholarship and professional practice.
The SUNY Albany's 2023 tuition & fees is $10,408 for New York residents and $28,248 for out-of-state students. 68% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,024.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 16,658 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
SUNY Albany ranked 237th in National Universities and 68th in New York Colleges rankings. SUNY at Albany is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2023 Tuition & Fees and 2024 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2023 tuition & fees of SUNY at Albany is $10,408 for in-state students and $28,248 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2023 tuition & fees is $13,625 for in-state students and $25,415 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2024 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,408 for New York residents and $28,248 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,716 for New York residents and $25,505 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,408 | $28,248 |
| Graduate | $13,625 | $25,415 |
Data source: NCES(National Center for Education Statistics
Updated with 2022-2023 tuition (Last update: Feb. 27, 2023)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,408 | $28,248 |
| Graduate | $13,716 | $25,505 |
The estimation for 2023-2024 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at SUNY at Albany is 68.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.00%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,185.
The average graduation rate is 66%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 16,658 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $57,600. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Accounting program shows the highest salary with $49,300 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 68.00% Acceptance Rate / 15.00% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,185 SAT / 26 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 66% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 24% |
| Retention Rate | 82%(full-time), 44% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.88% (17 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 16,658 (12,264 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $10,024 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $57,600 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $24,700 - $49,300 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
SUNY at Albany offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
SUNY Albany provides several student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of SUNY Albany. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 6,867. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $5,495.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 6,867 |
Directory Information
| Address | 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12222 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 518-442-3300 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Research University (very high research activity) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research / scholarship and professional practice |
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