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About University at Albany

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University at Albany is a public research university in Albany, NY, known for its public research university, albany new york, and social sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 68%, UAlbany is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 2,651 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 1110–1280 on the SAT and 23–29 on the ACT. UAlbany offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,317 per year; the sticker price of $46,071 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University at Albany acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

68%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1195
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1110 – 1280

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University at Albany

Application Strategy
UAlbany has strong programs in criminal justice, public policy, and atmospheric science, so name the specific program you are targeting in your application materials and explain why Albany is the right place to pursue it.
Test Score Strategy
UAlbany requires test scores, so make sure your SAT or ACT is submitted and order your official score reports well before the deadline to avoid processing delays.

Financial Aid & Cost

What University at Albany actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$46k/yr$11.1k
30k-48k~$46k/yr$14.1k
48k-75k~$46k/yr$17.9k
75k-110k~$46k/yr$20.0k
110k+~$46k/yr$24.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

64%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$51k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
12,432
Undergrad Enrollment
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