Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
69.87%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
University at Albany Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 69.87%. This means approximately 699 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 12,100 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
69.87%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $10,408 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $28,998 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $28,490 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $18,486 | State avg: $18,893. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 42.12% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 52.36% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University at Albany Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$28,998
Room and board
$16,182
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$2,200
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$28,490
Average net price
$18,486
Average aid coverage
35%
$10,004 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University at Albany pays approximately $18,486 per year after grants and aid. This is below the New York average of $18,893 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University at Albany?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New York and national averages.
University at Albany net price
$18,486
New York average
$18,893
National average
$17,506
University at Albany Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $28,998 and average net price at $18,486. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$28,998
Current net price
$18,486
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
63.89%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$67,979
Undergraduates
12,100
10-Year Median Earnings - University at Albany vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University at Albany graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University at Albany?
Undergraduates
12,100
Completion rate
63.89%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
42.12%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
52.36%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 42.12% of University at Albany students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 52.36% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University at Albany
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University at Albany's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University at Albany lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University at Albany is listed at 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12222. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare University at Albany with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University at Albany | 69.87% | $28,998 | $18,486 | $67,979 |
| Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences | 59.08% | $40,375 | $26,027 | $131,426 |
| Helene Fuld College of Nursing | 23.81% | $24,648 | $37,732 | $111,027 |
| SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $109,601 |
| Center for Allied Health Education | 18.52% | Not available | $35,431 | $107,249 |
Similar Schools in Albany
This local cluster focuses on nearby Albany schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Albany.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University at Albany's acceptance rate?
University at Albany's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 69.87%.
How much is University at Albany tuition?
University at Albany's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $28,998.
What is University at Albany's average net price?
University at Albany's average net price in the local dataset is $18,486.
What is University at Albany's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $67,979 for University at Albany.
Is University at Albany accredited?
University at Albany's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend University at Albany?
The local dataset lists 12,100 undergraduate students at University at Albany.
What percentage of University at Albany students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University at Albany in the local dataset is 42.12%.
What is the federal loan rate at University at Albany?
The federal loan rate for University at Albany in the local dataset is 52.36%.
Where should I verify University at Albany data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University at Albany or the latest official federal education data.